Job Description:

• Facilitates and promotes advanced technical/scientific research projects, including research on low-temperature transport measurements of quantum materials. Recognizes the need for innovation and develops or incorporates advances in research concepts to help disseminate results.
• Collaborates and coordinates with other researchers in the group in joint research efforts.
• Builds relationships crucial to the success of the Mason Lab, PME, and UChicago.
• Manages complex data sets for research.
• Trains new laboratory personnel.
• Collaborates closely with the research team to disseminate research methods to support or advance their research.
• Collaborates on the development of new research projects.
• Reviews laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage complex data sets for research.
• Leads the contributions to scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Doctoral degree with an established track record in physics, materials science, quantum engineering, or related field.

Experience:

• A minimum of three years of significant work experience after the doctorate; postdoc experience.
• Possess experience in nanofabrication in a clean room, preferably in an independent project.
• Background in experimental optics and photonics, preferably in an independent project.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Strong computer programming and instrumentation interface skills in Python and C programming languages.
• Strong computer skills, including calendaring, document management (Dropbox, Box, etc.), word processing, database management, and spreadsheet skills.
• Knowledge of simulation and computer aided design software.
• Familiarity with manuscript drafting, editing and review.
• Familiarity with report writing/submission.

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated problem-solving, organization and coordination skills.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and handle multiple, concurrent tasks within deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Prioritize urgent tasks while ensuring established deadlines are met.
• Flexible and adaptable to changes in workflow and procedures.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Research Statement/Cover Letter (required)

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