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<h1 style="margin-top:0in;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-size:11.5pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">Postdoctoral Associate – Condensed Matter Physics/Neutron Scattering<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">The University of Missouri Research Reactor Center (MURR) has an opening for a</span><span style="font-size:11.5pt"> Postdoctoral Associate position for up to 2 years. MURR is the largest
neutron source (10 MW) on a U.S. campus and is well-suited for neutron scattering research. It currently operates 4 instruments: a triple-axis spectrometer, a reflectometer, and two powder diffractometers.
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<b><span style="font-size:11.5pt;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">Primary responsibilities<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt">The successful candidate is expected to enhance the existing neutron scattering program by participating in existing neutron scattering research projects and being involved in upkeep and maintenance of the existing suite of instruments.
He/she is encouraged to initiate an active research program of his/her own in Condensed Matter Physics/Materials Science primarily utilizing MURR’s instruments.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.5pt;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">Qualifications</span></b><span style="font-size:11.5pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt">Candidates are expected to have a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science. A strong background in neutron scattering is required, preferably with expertise in neutron reflectometry – research and instrumentation. The evaluation
of candidates will be based upon the strength of the candidate’s scientific profile, publication record, and future research potential. The ability to work in a team environment is a must. Effective communication skills, including fluency in English, are essential.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.5pt;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">We can offer</span></b><span style="font-size:11.5pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt">The position is initially for one year and renewable for an additional year, contingent upon satisfactory performance. Salary and benefits will be competitive, commensurate with skills and credentials, including pension, life
insurance, and accident insurance.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.5pt;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">To apply<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt">Please send a CV with list of publications and professional activities, a statement of research interests and accomplishments, and the names and e-mail addresses of 3 references to Dr. Helmut Kaiser,
</span><a href="mailto:kaiserh@missouri.edu"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">kaiserh@missouri.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:11.5pt"> Applications will be accepted until the position is filled with a successful candidate.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<i><span style="font-size:11.5pt">The University of Missouri is an equal access, equal opportunity, affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty & staff.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt">___________________________________________________________________________<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Supplemental:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Additional Information<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-size:11.5pt">The University of Missouri Research Reactor Center (MURR) employs approximately 200 people and runs five major research programs of which neutron scattering is one.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-size:11.5pt">Columbia, MO, is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="EN" style="font-size:11.5pt">It is located in central Missouri, halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City, each approximately 125 miles down the highway. Columbia is home to nationally renowned public schools and other educational centers with two
liberal arts colleges besides the University of Missouri-Columbia, it is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.<span style="color:#232629"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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