DescriptionOverview
The Department of Nuclear Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville is excited to announce an opening for a postdoctoral researcher, starting in March 2025. This position is associated with multiple projects on advanced microstructural characterization of materials for nuclear energy systems.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to research on materials for fission and fusion energy:
- Radiation effects on advanced structural materials
- Characterization of novel high performance materials
- Lead contributions toward peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
- Assist and mentor graduate students on microstructural characterization
Qualifications
- PhD in Engineering, Physics, or closely related field
- Proficiency in scanning electron microscopy (SEM), electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), focused ion beam (FIB), flash electropolishing, and transmission electron microscopy, particularly scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM)
- Knowledge or experience in some of these areas:
- Radiation effects on materials
- Multiscale microstructural characterization
- Microstructure-property relationships
- An ability to:
- Conduct research and development within a collaborative environment and as an independent researcher.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Manage interpersonal conflicts skillfully.
- U.S. citizenship or appropriate visa status (H1B, etc.).
- Mentorship experience of undergraduate and/or graduate students (preferred)
Appointment Details
The initial appointment is for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal for up to an additional 24 months.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
- A letter of application,
- Curriculum vitae,
- Names and addresses of three references,
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Why Knoxville?
Knoxville offers:
- A vibrant city life with walkable downtown areas, active neighborhoods, theaters, museums, live music scenes across all genres, and diverse restaurants.
- Proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports on lakes and rivers.
- Close connections to four major metropolitan areas within a 200-mile radius that host larger cultural events.
The University of Tennessee has strong partnerships with Oak Ridge National Laboratory—the nation’s largest science and energy lab— the Y-12 National Security Complex, and several other DOE national laboratories. The Knoxville-Oak Ridge area may have the largest concentration of nuclear industry anywhere in the world, further contributing to its stature as a national powerhouse in nuclear science and engineering research and industry.
