Post Doctoral Scholar

Overview

A Post Doctoral Scholar position is available under the direction of Professor Saiful Khondaker at the University of Central Florida (UCF). In partnership with the University of Washington, Khondaker leads the PREM Center for quantum materials innovation and education excellence (CQMIEE) at UCF (https://prem
2.cecs.ucf.edu/). The group’s current interest is in the discovery of exotic electronic and vibrational properties of 2D and quantum materials through Raman, TERS, electron transport, and SPM measurements.

• Ph.D. in physics, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Fabrication of 2D-material-based nanodevices using exfoliation, transfer, optical, and electrical beam lithography (EBL); strong command of EBL is required.
• Low‑noise electrical transport measurements (room temperature and low temperature) and knowledge of related device physics.
• Investigation of novel physics using TERS, C‑AFM, and related SPM techniques.
• Strong publication record in high‑quality journals with several first‑author papers, demonstrating the ability to effectively and efficiently report scientific results.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Creative, hardworking, and self‑motivated with the ability and interest to pursue challenging problems independently as well as collaboratively with other groups.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to independent and collaborative research projects involving synthesis (exfoliation and transfer), device fabrication, and investigation of electronic, vibrational, and other exotic properties of 2D/quantum materials.
• Lead the writing of research articles resulting from the work and publish those in scientific journals.
• Present research results at scientific conferences.
• Work with graduate and undergraduate students and provide peer mentoring; co‑lead projects with students.
• Collaborate with researchers at UCF and CQMIEE.
• Help maintain lab space and equipment.
• Work safely and independently within a supportive group setting.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and health program requirements.

To be considered for this position, please send:

• Curriculum vitae with publication list.
• Summary of research accomplishments (2‑page limit).
• A brief statement of research interests (2‑page limit).

• Department:
  Office of Research – Nanoscience Technology Center (NTC) – Operations CG.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (schedule may vary as required).
• Type of Appointment:
  Fixed Term.
• Expected Salary: $57,000.00 per year.

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. UCF is proud to be a smoke‑free campus and an E‑Verify employer. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407‑823‑1336 or email onac. For general application or posting questions, please email talent.