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Alabama A&M University

Postdoctoral Research Associate - 2 Positions Available

Pay: $47,300–$60,200/yr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/2/2026

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A Research Associate typically has more experience than a Research Assistant. Responsibilities can include the planning and design of research projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, contributing to research publications or grant proposals, and collaborating with other researchers. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. These roles are often held by people with advanced degrees in their field of study with several years of experience in research or academia.

$59,376 / year median in Alabama

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Job Description

Salary:

$47,300.00 - $60,200.00

Annually Location:

Normal Job Number:

202300084

Department:

Physics Description Summary:

The selected candidate is expected to perform research on nanostructures in glasses, including glass preparation, material characterization, data acquisition, students training, manuscript preparation and conference presentations.

Examples of Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct research on rare-earth ion doped glasses, work with students and assist the PI in all aspects of the work related to the research project and in teaching. Typical Qualifications Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.): PhD in Physics or PhD in Chemistry or PhD in Materials science.

Supplemental Information Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Good knowledge in rare-earth spectroscopy, nanostructures in glasses and plasmon interaction studies. Skills in the use of data acquisition equipment and material characterization techniques and glass preparation. Ability to communicate well in English, write manuscripts and guide students.