Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering

University of Arizona

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research at the forefront of applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning for advanced materials development. Responsibilities will include designing and conducting ML-guided experiments for materials discovery and optimization, developing and implementing algorithms for autonomous and robotic experimentation, and analyzing complex datasets to uncover novel materials properties and synthesis routes. 
  • Research article and proposal writing.
  • Training graduate and undergraduate students in electrochemical and materials characterization techniques.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Proven expertise in applying machine learning techniques to materials science problems.
  • Skills with autonomous or robotic systems in experimental settings, demonstrating the ability to design, set up, and troubleshoot autonomous experiments.
  • Strong computational skills, including experience with simulation and modeling tools relevant to materials science.
  • Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in data science and machine learning, such as Python, R, MATLAB, or Julia.
  • Knowledge of and experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries.
  • A strong track record of peer-reviewed publications in the area of AI/ML applications in materials science or a closely related field.
  • Skills with conducting ML-guided experiments or in the development and application of algorithms for materials discovery and optimization.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a creative approach to interdisciplinary research.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work in collaborative, interdisciplinary research teams, and the ability to engage with researchers from different backgrounds.
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