University of Nevada, Reno – Research & Innovation
Processing & Physical Metallurgy Laboratory (PPM Lab)
Principal Investigator: Dr. Ming Chen
Postdoctoral Position in Metallic Materials: The Processing & Physical Metallurgy Laboratory (PPM Lab) at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Metallic Materials Processing and Metallurgy. The selected candidate will conduct advanced research in powder metallurgy, additive manufacturing, and microstructural engineering of metals and alloys for structural and energy-related applications.
Postdoctoral Position in Metallic Materials Processing and Metallurgy
📋 Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Postdoctoral Researcher – Metallic Materials Processing & Metallurgy |
| Institution | University of Nevada, Reno |
| Laboratory | Processing & Physical Metallurgy (PPM) Lab |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Ming Chen |
| Duration | Minimum 1 year (renewable based on performance) |
| Start Date | As soon as possible (flexible/negotiable) |
| Application Mode | Email submission |
| Contact Email | mingchen@unr.edu |
🎓 Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
🧪 Research Area
- Metallic Materials Processing
- Powder Metallurgy
- Additive Manufacturing
- Physical Metallurgy
- Microstructural Engineering
- Structural and Energy Materials
📍 Location
Processing & Physical Metallurgy Laboratory (PPM Lab)
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, Nevada, USA
✅ Eligibility / Qualifications
Applicants must:
- Hold a Ph.D. in:
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Metallurgy
- Mechanical Engineering
- Applied Physics
- Or closely related disciplines
(Degree must be completed before appointment)
- Demonstrate:
- Strong research capability
- A solid publication record
- Hands-on experimental skills and/or relevant modeling experience
🛠 Job Description
The selected candidate will:
- Conduct research on advanced processing of metallic materials using modern fabrication techniques such as:
- Powder metallurgy
- Additive manufacturing
- Design and produce metals and alloys with:
- Engineered microstructures
- Enhanced mechanical and functional properties
- Perform comprehensive material characterization including:
- Mechanical property evaluation
- Microstructural analysis
- Assessment of microstructural stability under thermal and/or mechanical loading
- Multi-scale testing under coupled environmental or extreme conditions
- Contribute to:
- Experimental design
- Data analysis
- High-impact journal publications
- Research proposal development
📄 Application Materials
Applicants should submit the following documents via email:
- Curriculum Vitae, including:
- Education
- Research experience
- Publications (with links)
- Major research directions
- Funded projects (if applicable)
- Contact Information for Three Referees:
- Name
- Title
- Institution
- Official email address
- Expected Available Start Date
📧 How to Apply
Email all application materials to:
Dr. Ming Chen
📩 mingchen@unr.edu
⏳ Last Date to Apply
Until the position is filled. Early application is encouraged.
