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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Materials Science and Engineering (Multiple)

The University Of Arizona

Job Location:

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 23 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Postdoctoral Research Associate Materials Science and Engineering (Multiple)
Posting Number	req23626
Department	Materials Science & Engr
Department Website Link	Campus
Address	1235 E. James E. Rogers Way Tucson AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights	The Materials Science and Engineering department (MSE) is seeking highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associates with expertise and/or interest in high temperature structural materials additive manufacturing non-destructive testing multi-scale modeling and materials characterization. The ideal candidates will be able to contribute to the testing of metallic materials micro structural characterization and/or develop ICME models and digital twins. This position is full-time and on-site at the University of Arizona in Tucson AZ. Outstanding UA benefits include health dental vision and life insurance; paid vacation sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Duties and Responsibilities: Contribute to a research project in close collaboration with faculty supervisors PhD students and undergraduates on additive manufacturing of high temperature structural alloys. Innovate new areas of inquiry and advance materials testing modeling and/or characterization techniques and data analysis. Present research findings in meetings and publish in scientific journals; maintain detailed records and datasets. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Knowledge and experience with mechanical testing mechanics/ICME modeling and microstructural characterization (SEM EBSD TEM etc.). Experience in preparing writing editing and revising research articles.
Minimum Qualifications	PhD in Materials Science & Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field. Selected candidate must have Ph.D. conferred upon hire. This position is subject to federal ITAR/EAR regulations
Preferred Qualifications
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	3
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Sammy Tin
Open Date	8/26/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
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