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Harvard University

Postdoctoral Fellow in Materials Science

Pay: $67,600–$91,826/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Cambridge, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/11/2026

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What they do

A Materials Research Engineer researches materials and works to discover materials that may be used in new and emerging technologies and support innovation. Identifies new or different combinations of materials to improve product performance and durability.

$112,151 / year median in Massachusetts

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School:

Harvard John A.

Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Department/Area:

Materials Science & Mechanical Engineering Position Description The Lewis Lab is seeking a postdoctoral fellow with expertise in one or more of the following areas: nanoparticle synthesis, colloidal science, rheology, or granular media. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of researchers supported under a new

ARO MURI

award. The goal of this project is to develop a fundamental understanding of the transient yielding and printing behavior of highly heterogeneous particle systems. Basic Qualifications Candidates must have a Doctorate degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Applied Physics by the time the appointment begins. Additional Qualifications Priority will be given to candidates with experience in particle synthesis, colloidal interactions, and rheological properties of dense particulate suspensions as well as a strong track record of prior research accomplishments, as demonstrated by high impact papers and/or patents. Special Instructions Interested applicants should send their application materials, including a CV, cover letter, research statement, 2-3 relevant publications, and names and email addresses of 3 references.

Contact Information Jared Fujii Faculty Coordinator, Lewis Lab Contact Email:

jfujii@seas.harvard.edu Salary Range $67,600 - $91,826 Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.