Posting Information

Position TitlePostdoctoral Scholar

Job Posting Number202344NTL

Job LocationSan Marcos

College/DivisionCollege of Science and Engineering

Department/SchoolIngram School of Engineering

Position Description

The laboratory of Ariful Haque, Ph.D. in the Ingram School of Engineering at Texas State University has an immediate opening for a talented and passionate Postdoctoral Scholar. The Institute’s commitment to excellence in research drives our commitment to seek out and train the best of the next generation of materials scientists/engineers.

We are interested in recruiting a candidate with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor physics, Materials Science or a closely related field to conduct research in the broad area of wide/ultra-wide bandgap semiconductor fabrication, characterization, and modeling/simulation for high-power applications. The Postdoctoral Scholar will work on independent and collaborative projects in the mentioned fields. The qualified applicant will be required to conduct research, interpret results, prepare manuscripts, and aid in the preparation of grant applications. Training and experience in semiconductor-based material fabrication by physical and/or chemical vapor deposition, characterization, processing, and/or modeling is preferred. The applicant should have a good command of the English language, good interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills, critical thinking ability and evidence of experience, and good writing skills through publications in peer-reviewed journals as a first/corresponding author. The applicant should also be proficient in computer software usage including Word, Excel, Origin, PowerPoint, MATLAB , and statistical packages.

The position is subject to the availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor physics, Materials Science or a closely related field.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with teams

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience in leading the preparation of scientific publications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor-based material fabrication by physical and/or chemical vapor deposition, characterization, processing, and/or modeling.

• Experience in preparing scientific project proposals in the relevant field.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered,https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/42601.

To ensure full consideration, please submit the following by June 30, 2023:a cover letter stating the motivation and suitability of the candidate, a current curriculum vitae (including a list of publications and contact info for three referees), unofficial transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from the highest degree granting institution.

Type of PositionFull-Time

Proposed Start DateSummer 2023

Posting Date05/24/2023

Evaluation of Applications Begins

Full Consideration Date06/30/2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled?Yes

EEO/AA Statement

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Reasonable Accommodation

If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contactTalent Acquisition (https://www.hr.txst.edu/talent-acquisition) .

Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/42601

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