Research Assistant II - Cotts Lab (004005) Job at Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT

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  • Middlebury College
  • Middlebury, VT

Job Description

The person will analyze time-resolved and static X-ray diffraction data of semiconductor nanocrystals of varying composition and ligand chemistry at various temperatures. They will compare thermal to photoinduced structural changes to better understand nonradiative processes in semiconductor nanocrystals.

This is considered a part-time, hourly, non-benefits eligible position that ends June 30, 2025. The minimum starting rate for the position is $19.26 per hour.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Analyze time-resolved X-ray Diffraction data and prepare Pair Distribution Function analysis
  • Simulate expected Debye-Waller Factor response at various temperatures and laser fluences
  • Characterize Semiconductor nanocrystals with UV-Vis, Tr-PL, and QY spectroscopy

Come join us and be a part of our team!

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Requirements

  • ​Basic experience with X-ray Diffraction data analysis
  • ​Basic experience with Pair Distribution Function analysis 
  • ​Basic experience with optical spectroscopy
  • ​Academic coursework in undergraduate quantum chemistry, thermodynamics, and Matlab or python programming 
  • Most work will be computer work. Some work with take place in Cotts lab (MBH 546).

Benefits

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Part time,

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