Research Associate B; postdoctoral researcher in Professor Baker's Lab

Dartmouth College:
Thayer School of Engineering

Location:

Hanover, NH

Open Date:
Mar 05, 2026

The purpose of this position is to advance the processing of nickel-based superalloys using directional recrystallization of additively-manufactured rods. The project involves detailed microstructural characterization of the additively-manufactured rods both before and after directional recrystallization. The project may also involve further development of the equipment used for directional recrystallization processing.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake directional recrystallization processing of additive-manufactured rods of nickel-based superalloys produced by collaborators and determine the best processing conditions through detailed microstructural characterization.
• Refine the directional recrystallization processing equipment.
• Author or co‑author research findings.
• Present findings at conferences.
• Assist with writing grant proposals and obtaining funding.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in thermomechanical processing of metallic materials.
• Experience in advanced microstructural characterization of materials, particularly using electron back scattered diffraction imaging and analysis and X‑ray diffraction analysis.
• Candidates from members of groups that historically have been underrepresented in science and engineering are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated research ability and vision, excellent written and spoken communication skills, and comfort working both collaboratively and independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering.
• Familiarity with thermo‑mechanical processing of metallic materials.
• Expertise in electron back scattered pattern analysis of material.
• Expertise in X‑ray diffraction.

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