About The Role

FACTS is NTU's central shared facility specialising in characterisation using electron microscopy and X-ray techniques. FACTS invites applications for the position of Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow. The role will focus on

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for running of X-ray diffraction/scattering and/or X-ray fluorescence/photoemission spectroscopy instruments and support users in terms of training, consultation, usage, etc, so as to enable a broad user base to use the machines efficiently and safely.
Conduct maintenance on the above machines, liaising with vendor engineers and trouble-shooting regular problems and issues.
A strong knowledge of X-ray diffraction and scattering concepts. With knowledge and experience of advanced quantitative Rietveld, in-situ measurements and PDF analysis. A good understanding of principles in X-ray photoemission spectroscopy (photoelectric effect, electron attenuation factor, chemical shifts, spin-orbit splitting, surface charging and neutralization, significance of differential charging, depth profiling and angle-resolved technique). Understand surface charging and apply appropriate sample mounting technique for various types of samples. Able to perform spectral and quantitative analyses on XPS data.
Deliver courses on X-ray diffraction and/or X-ray photoemission spectroscopy. These range from single lecture through to multi-day, in-depth courses that take users from beginners through to advanced.
Organise, lecture and provide support for those users, in collaboration with external vendors.
Provide consultancy for various ongoing university projects on the subjects of crystal chemistry and crystallography. Write up experimental reports and paper sections in accordance to the work done.
Fulfil any other assigned duties as needed.

Job Requirements

PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a closely related discipline with more than 4 years of experience.
Strong expertise in crystallography, including single-crystal diffraction, powder diffraction, and pair distribution function (PDF) analysis.
Proven experience in advanced quantitative structure analysis, including Rietveld refinement, in situ/operando diffraction studies, and total scattering/PDF techniques.
Proficiency in data interpretation, scientific reporting, and presenting research findings to diverse audiences.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU