This is an NSF-funded position in the Armani Group at the University of Southern California. The focus is studying the interaction of high intensity optical fields generated by integrated photonic devices with a range of polymer and diblock co-polymer thin films and nanocomposites. The post-doctorate scholar will be responsible for synthesizing, depositing, and characterizing the polymer and nanocomposite thin films as well as performing the optical field measurements. As this project involves numerous areas of science and engineering, it is ideal for a researcher looking to broaden their skill set to include both synthetic chemistry and optical device physics.
The starting date for this position is flexible, but it will open in July 2011. Strong experimental laboratory skills are required. Previous experience with some, but not all, of the following will be an advantage: general synthetic (organic and/or inorganic) polymer chemistry, polymer brush attachment/grafting, UV-Vis, XPS, ellipsometry, and AFM. Applicants must also be fluent in spoken and written English.
Applicants should e-mail their curriculum vitae and a brief statement of research interests (500words) to:
Prof. Andrea Armani
Dept of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science
University of Southern California
3651 Watt Way
Los Angeles, CA 90089