Post Doctoral Scholar
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Salary$57k
LocationOrlando, FL (Main Campus); RESEARCH PARK
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
ExperienceUp to 2 yrs
DepartmentOffice of Research - Nanoscience Technology Center (NTC) - Operations CG
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 15, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live16h ago
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Ph.D. in physics, electrical engineering or related field
Demonstrated skills in fabrication of 2D materials based nanodevices using exfoliation, transfer, optical and electrical beam lithography (EBL) along with low noise electrical transport measurements (room temperature and low temperature)
Strong command of EBL is required
Investigation of novel physics using Raman spectroscopy, tip-enhance Raman spectroscopy (TERS), Conducting AFM, and other related scanning probe microscopy (SPM) techniques
Strong publication record in high-quality journals with several first author papers
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
Skills
Raman spectroscopy
tip-enhance Raman spectroscopy (TERS)
Conducting AFM
scanning probe microscopy (SPM)
electron transport
optical and electrical beam lithography (EBL)
exfoliation
transfer
low noise electrical transport measurements
About the role
A Post Doctoral Scholar position available under the direction of Professor Saiful Khondaker at the University of Central Florida (UCF). In partnership with University of Washington, Khondaker leads PREM Center for quantum materials innovation and education excellence (CQMIEE) at UCF (https://prem2.cecs.ucf.edu/). Khondaker 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.
Requirements
The ideal candidate must have a Ph.D. in physics, electrical engineering or related field with demonstrated skills in one or more of the following areas:
(i) Fabrication of 2D materials based nanodevices using exfoliation, transfer, optical and electrical beam lithography (EBL) along with low noise electrical transport measurements (room temperature and low temperature). Strong command of EBL is required
(ii) Investigation of novel physics using Raman spectroscopy, tip-enhance Raman spectroscopy (TERS), Conducting AFM, and other related scanning probe microscopy (SPM) techniques.
In addition, candidates should have
• Strong publication record in high-quality journals with several first author papers, demonstrating an 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.
Responsibilities
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 is scientific journals.
• Present research results at scientific conferences.
• Work with graduate and undergraduate students and provide peer mentoring. Co-lead project with students.
• Collaborate with researchers at UCF and CQMIEE
• Help maintain lab space and equipment’s
• Work safely and independently within a supportive group setting.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health program requirements.
The position is for up to two (2) years with a salary of $57,000/yr along with other benefits.
Hiring process
To be considered for this position please send:
(a) curriculum vitae with publication list.
(b) summary of research accomplishments (2 page limit).
© a brief statement of research interests (2 page limit).
All application materials must be sent as one collated PDF document by email to Prof. Saiful Khondaker ([email protected]).
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 (Fixed Term)
Expected Salary
$57,000.00
Legal
The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
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 email [email protected].