Postdoctoral Research Associate I

Postdoctoral Research Associate IPosting Number req27347 Department Materials Science & Engr Department Website LinkLocation Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights

The MSE department is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate I. Minimal requirements include strong background in metallurgy or mechanics of materials with demonstrated hands-on skills in microstructure characterization and/or nondestructive evaluation of metallic materials. Experience with finite element methods or signal processing are considered a plus.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

• Conduct independent and collaborative research
• Design experiments, develop models, and analyze results
• Maintain accurate records of methods, data, and results
• Present findings at internal group/project meetings

• Strong background in metallurgy and/or mechanics of materials
• At least three years of hands-on experience in microstructure characterization, metallography (sample preparation), non-destructive evaluation and/or mechanical testing of metals and alloys
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Hands-on experience with finite element methods and experience in signal processing are a plus
• Working knowledge of acoustics is a plus

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field required upon hire.
• First-author publications in major peer reviewed journals as a demonstration of relevant experience

• Experience with finite element method
• Working knowledge of acoustics

FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 1/4/2027 Expected End DateContact Information for CandidatesOpen Date 10/13/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter Special Instructions to ApplicantNotice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

• Prepare high-quality manuscripts for major peer-reviewed journals
• Contribute to conference presentations
• Assist with progress reports

• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research projects
• Provide training on experiments, simulations, and data analysis
• Support the development of lab protocols, workflows and best practices

• Contribute to writing grant proposals
• Identify new funding opportunities