Research Associate - London, Canada - Western University
Description
About Western:
About Us:
The Department of Physics and Astronomy's team of faculty, staff, researchers, and program students has over 200 members, all passionate about understanding the fundamental laws that govern the Universe and all that it contains.
In our state-of-the-art research facilities on campus and around the world, we make discoveries and share our knowledge with a diverse academic and research community.
We aspire to be an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and decolonized environment where all members are valued and respected. If you are inspired to join our community, we look forward to hearing from you.Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Education:
- PhD in Physics or Chemistry with emphasis on condensed matter physics or solid state chemistry
Experience:
- 3 years working experience in a related academic research environment
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- working knowledge of relevant scientific/research principles of elemental depth profiling, solid state chemistry, electrochemistry, as well as thin film deposition
- to work independently and as a member of the team to achieve project goals
- to collaborate across internal and external boundaries to meet common objectives, improve outcomes and support work beyond one's own unit
- Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users, and to complete detailed analytics and reports
- Familiarity with University research policies and practices
- Commitment to ongoing professional development with a desire to take on new challenges
- to work in a fluid and evolving work environment with changing deadlines and priorities
- ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
- ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems
Why Western?:
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.
Western Values Diversity:
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, this posting is for a specific contract renewal.
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