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Type of Position:
Research
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
Yes
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
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Department:
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Research Assistants 13
Department's Website:
http://fulbright.uark.edu
Summary of Job Duties:
The Coridan lab in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas is seeking a recent PhD graduate in materials science or related field for the position of Postdoctoral Scholar in Materials Science and Machine Learning to study the application of machine learning algorithms for predicting the optical properties of disordered composites. The goal of the project is to connect large-scale simulation data with predictive algorithms for the design of materials with enhanced light-trapping capabilities.
This is an opportunity for a scientist with strong programming skills to potentially develop domain expertise in a new field. The ideal candidate will have considerable experience with the Python programming language and related machine learning libraries (scikit-learn, PyTorch, Keras). Experience with scalable implementations of these applications is a plus. Potential candidates may be asked for code samples demonstrating their experience with these applications. A background in photonics and materials chemistry generally is desirable, but not required.
Duties for the position include: developing and maintaining scientific codes for generating and analyzing simulation data, including following all best-practice guidelines for clarity, reproducibility, and commenting in code; designing, organizing, and conducting machine learning and statistical analyses on simulation data; summarizing findings and publish results in primary scientific research journals; present findings at research conferences; supervise and/or collaborate with other personnel (graduate students, undergraduate researchers, and collaborators); maintain up-to-date knowledge of scientific literature related to the goals of the project; and other relevant research duties.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Recently completed (less than three years) Ph.D. in Materials Science or related scientific or engineering field, conferred by the start of employment
Preferred Qualifications:
Documented and demonstrable facility with the Python programming language and related machine learning libraries (scikit-learn, PyTorch, Keras)
Experience with scalable implementations of data science analyses based on these applications.
A background in photonics and materials chemistry
Salary Information:
$40,000
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Robert Coridan, Associate Professor of Inorganic Chemistry, [email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Additional Information:
This is a one-year appointment with possible one-year renewal based on the need for the position, availability of funding, and continued satisfactory level of performance in the role.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
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Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion
Benefits Eligible:
Yes