Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position within the Micro and Nano Mechanics Laboratory in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University. The candidate will perform research in the area of nanomechanics of high-performance materials such as 2D materials, nanowires, and biomaterials. The candidate will be expected to contribute to a vibrant multidisciplinary research group and be able to work in close collaboration with chemists and theoreticians.
Requirements:
1. A Ph.D. in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field.
2. Current eligibility to work in the US (i.e., must have OPT or green card).
3. Experience with a minimum of two of the following:
- Multiscale experimental mechanics of materials
-In situ SEM/TEM/AFM experimental characterization
- Mechanics of composite materials, including biomaterials or biomimetic materials
- Characterization mechanical and electro-mechanical properties of 2D materials
- Novel device architectures for energy harvesting
4. A good record of publications.
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
To apply:
Interested candidates should email a CV, cover letter describing work experience and career interests, and the names and email addresses of three references to Professor Horacio Espinosa at espinosa [at] northwestern.edu.