• Post Doctoral Research Associate

    New Jersey Institute of Technology (Newark, NJ)


    Title:

    Post Doctoral Research Associate

    Department:

    Chemical & Materials Engineering

    Reports To:

    Distinguished Professor

    Position Type:

    Staff

    Position Summary:

    The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher position to conduct fundamental studies on the ignition of reactive materials. This is a grant-funded position with an initial term of one year, renewable for up to three years total, contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued grant funding.

    Essential Functions:

    This position is centered on experimental research investigating the ignition mechanisms of reactive materials using a focused electric spark as the energy source. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a faculty mentor and closely supervise a Ph.D. student.

    Key responsibilities include:

    -Experimental Design and Execution: Independently design, set up, and execute experiments on reactive material ignition, including the use of high-voltage electrical systems or spark generation.

     

    -Advanced Data Acquisition: Perform a variety of laboratory measurements, including electrical characterization (current, voltage), pressure sensing, and optical diagnostics.

     

    -Material and Reaction Analysis: Conduct post-mortem analysis of reacted materials using techniques such as Electron Microscopy (SEM/TEM) and Thermal Analysis (TGA/DSC).

     

    -Data Processing and Reporting: Perform rigorous data analysis, synthesize results, prepare technical reports for the funding agency, and generate manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.

     

    -Mentorship and Collaboration: Work closely with and mentor a Ph.D. student on all aspects of the research project.

     

    -Presentation: Prepare and deliver professional presentations at national and international conferences.

    Prerequisite Qualifications:

    -A recently awarded Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry.

     

    -Demonstrated experience in designing and conducting laboratory experiments.

     

    -Strong background in electrical, optical, and/or pressure measurement techniques.

     

    -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven record of scholarly publication.

     

    -At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    -Experience with advanced material characterization techniques, specifically Electron Microscopy (SEM/TEM) and Thermal Analysis (TGA/DSC).

     

    -Prior experience with high-speed video or other high-temporal resolution imaging techniques.

     

    -Familiarity with the handling and study of energetic or reactive materials.

     

    -Experience mentoring or supervising graduate or undergraduate researchers.

    Bargaining Unit:

    AFT-UCAN

    Salary Information:

    In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated starting annual salary for this position is $62,232.00 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.

     

    To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page: https://hr.njit.edu/health-benefits.

    FLSA:

    Exempt

     

    Full-Time