Materials Scientist

Job Summary

The Rishi Raj Research Group, within the Paul M. Rady Department of
Mechanical Engineering, is seeking a Materials Scientist. This
position will work on electrical processing of materials via the
flash method. The candidate will build systems and conduct
experiments in the area of flash processing of materials with
electrical fields and currents for the purpose of sintering and
chemical refining. The role will contribute to system design and
control for materials processing with electrical fields and current
at high temperatures. They will also perform analysis of data and
establish relationships between process parameters, microstructure
and properties.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

Who We Are

We are a research group dedicated to "flash research". This field
originated in our lab and has since grown and flourished. The
purpose of this appointment is to take the field in new directions
such as chemical refining.

To learn more please visit our website .

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Design flash systems with electrical parameters at high

temperatures.

• Process materials, characterize microstructure and measure

properties.

• Develop theoretical frameworks for relating process parameters

to microstructure and microstructure to properties.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary for this position will be $56,000.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
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What We Require

• Ph.D.
• 3+ three years of experience in flash processing of

materials.

• Hands-on experience in this area and familiarity with building

systems with software control of electrical process
parameters.

• Must have capability for gathering and analyzing data with a

computer.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Ph.D. with thesis related to flash processing.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• (Optional)Transcripts/Proof of Degree : If you

are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the
CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved
online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the
United States, please submit an English-translated version as an
Optional document.

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the
name and email address for one reference who would be willing to
provide a letter of recommendation on your behalf. We may request
this letter directly from your reference later in the search
process - you will not be asked to provide a letter at the time of
application.

For consideration, please apply by October 27, 2026 .

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via
email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through
CU Boulder Jobs .

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any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu