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Raymond Unocic Lab

Open Positions

Thank you for your interest in our research group! This page provides details on available research opportunities for Postdoctoral Research Fellows, Graduate Student Researchers, and Undergraduate Student Researchers. We are constantly seeking passionate, skilled individuals, eager to tackle real-world challenges through cutting-edge materials characterization techniques.

We are dedicated to shaping the next generation of scientists. We foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, critical thinking, and hands-on experience, empowering aspiring researchers to grow, excel, and make impactful contributions to the science.

If you're passionate about advancing knowledge and developing your skills alongside a team of like-minded, forward thinking individuals, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Postdoctoral Research Fellows

We are currently searching for talented postdoctoral researchers who have expertise in aberration corrected STEM, in situ an operando STEM, analytical electron microscopy (EELS and EDS), cryo STEM, FIB, and machine learning..

Graduate Student Researchers

Are you a prospective or admitted graduate student that plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering? We are currently seeking talented and driven graduate students to join our cutting-edge research team in several research areas:

  1. Machine Learning in Microscopy
    Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence/machine learning in microscopy to unlock new insights in materials characterization. As part of this research, you’ll leverage machine learning algorithms to enhance the analysis and interpretation of microscopy data, revolutionizing how we understand, control, and manipulate functional material properties.
  2. In Situ/Operando Microscopy
    Dive into the world of in situ and operando microscopy, where you’ll investigate material behavior in real-time and at high spatial resolution under external stimuli (temperature, electrical bias, stress, liquid, and gas). This research will allow you to directly observe and analyze dynamic material transformations providing invaluable insights into the functional behavior of nanomaterials.
  3. Atomic Engineering
    Reignite your childhood curiosity of building with Legos—but this time, at the atomic scale. Explore the world of advanced materials, where you’ll use aberration-corrected STEM to observe and manipulate the atomic structure to control properties and functional behavior of cutting-edge materials. Unlock the building blocks of the future, one atom at a time.

These research positions offer a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of materials science through advanced techniques and innovative methodologies. As a graduate researcher, you’ll work closely with world-class faculty, use very expensive toys, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to groundbreaking work that has a direct impact on technology.

Why join the Unocic Research Group?

  • Collaborate with leading experts in materials science.
  • Access state-of-the-art equipment and research facilities.
  • Contribute to high-impact research with real-world applications.
  • Develop specialized skills in machine learning, data science, materials science, and of course….microscopy.

If you’re passionate about advancing materials science and eager to explore these cutting-edge areas of research, we encourage you to discuss research opportunities with Prof. Unocic and become a part of our dynamic team!

Undergraduate Student Researchers

Are you an undergraduate student with a passion for science and a curiosity about advanced materials characterization? Consider joining our research group and gain hands-on experience in materials characterization—a field at the forefront of technological innovation!

As an undergraduate researcher, you will:

  • Work alongside experts to explore and analyze properties of advanced materials at the nano to atomic scale..
  • Gain valuable skills in state-of-the-art characterization techniques and advanced data analytics.
  • Enhance your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in a collaborative environment.
  • Contribute to meaningful research projects that address real-world challenges.

This is an incredible opportunity to deepen your knowledge, develop your research skills, and make meaningful contributions to the future of science. If you’re motivated, driven, and ready to dive into world-class research, The Unocic Research Group wants to hear from you!