Post Doctoral Fellow - Department of Physics and Astronomy

Post Doctoral Fellow - Department of Physics and Astronomy
Clemson University: College of Science: Physics & Astronomy

Location: Kinard 216
Open Date: Mar 10, 2025

Description
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Clemson University invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position in collaboration with the Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL). The selected candidate will contribute to an exciting research initiative focused on the fundamental physics of renewable energy generation and storage systems. This position is part of a larger effort to strengthen partnerships between Clemson University and SRNL in nuclear energy, advanced materials, and energy technologies, with applications in space exploration, defense, and biomedical devices.

About the PI Lab: Podila lab's research focuses on both fundamental science and real-world applications, utilizing spectroscopic, microscopic, electrical, and electrochemical tools with expertise in condensed matter and biophysics. We employ cutting-edge techniques such as ultrafast photoconductance and photoluminescence measurements, in situ Raman spectroscopy, Atomic force microscopy, and various electrochemical methods. We use quantum calculation tools like KWANT and TKWANT for computational modeling and rely on COMSOL Multiphysics for finite element analysis.
For more information about the PI lab, please visit the website ramakrp.people.clemson.edu. For more information about the department, please visit the website https://www.clemson.edu/science/academics/departments/physics/index.html. For more information about Clemson, please visit the website http://www.clemson.edu/.


Qualifications
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field. The ideal candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Condensed Matter Physics & Materials Science

• Nanomaterials Synthesis and Characterization

• Electron Microscopy & Spectroscopy

• Electrochemistry & Semiconductor Device Physics

• Radiation-Matter Interactions & Energy Storage Technologies

• Strong computational skills (e.g., COMSOL Multiphysics, DFT, or similar modeling tools) and experience with device fabrication and electrical characterization will be considered a plus.

US citizenship is required for this appointment. Non-US citizens and permanent residents are not eligible.


Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin immediately; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Interested candidates should submit the following materials in a single PDF file:

http://apply.interfolio.com/164738

1. Cover Letter outlining research interests and relevant experience (1-2 pages).

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a full list of publications (2-3 pages).

3. Contact information for three professional references.

4. A brief (1-page) research statement highlighting expertise relevant to the position.

For more information, please contact Prof. Ramakrishna Podila (ramakrp@g.clemson.edu).


For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/164738

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
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