Postdoctoral Researcher in Materials Systems

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States MIT Full time
Job Description

MIT is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to conduct research on the economic and environmental aspects of materials systems. The successful candidate will work on the extraction, processing, and recovery of minerals related to the energy transition. Key research areas include dynamic modeling of materials markets, consequential life cycle assessment methodology, and process-based cost modeling of materials systems. The position involves collaborating with faculty, postdoctoral associates, and research sponsors, as well as supervising undergraduate and graduate students.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct research on the economic and environmental aspects of materials systems
  • Develop and apply system and process models in research
  • Collaborate with faculty, postdoctoral associates, and research sponsors
  • Supervise undergraduate and graduate students
  • Communicate research results through juried research journal articles and oral presentations
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in engineering discipline (preferably materials science, chemical engineering, or industrial ecology)
  • Interest in mining and the energy transition
  • Experience and competency in quantitative analysis, including applied econometrics
  • Solid background in thermodynamics and materials flows
  • Proficiency with statistical software (e.g., STATA, R, Python)
  • Strong organizational, time-management, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate research results
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in applied theoretical modeling
  • Expertise in statistics, economics, process modeling, optimization, and computer programming


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts Institute of Technology Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join our team at the Materials Systems Lab. The successful candidate will conduct research on the economic and environmental aspects of materials systems, with a focus on the extraction, processing, and recovery of minerals related to the energy transition.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow in StatisticsHarvard University's Department of Statistics invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow with Assistant Professor Tracy Ke.Research Focus:The successful applicant will be expected to have a solid statistical background, research experiences showing independence and innovation, and demonstrated academic writing...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    The Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and the Department of Statistics at Harvard University invite applications for a postdoctoral fellow program in Computer Science.Company OverviewAs a world-renowned institution, Harvard University is dedicated to advancing knowledge and alleviating suffering through education, research,...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Researcher Opportunity**The Black Hole Initiative at Harvard University and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory invites applications for Postdoctoral Research Fellows. This interdisciplinary research center focuses on the study of black holes, offering a unique opportunity to interact with senior members from various fields.Successful...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow in Materials ScienceJob Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to join our team at Harvard University. The successful candidate will have expertise in materials science, physics, applied physics, chemistry, or a related field.Key Responsibilities:Design, synthesis, and testing of electrochemical...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our laboratory at Harvard University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences. The successful candidate will have a strong background in machine learning and/or computational biology and will contribute to our research on spatial and temporal aspects of interaction patterns in biological...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    {"title": "Postdoctoral Fellow in Biostatistics", "description": "Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our team in the Department of Biostatistics at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Jeff Miller to develop statistical methods for analyzing complex biomedical...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States National Bureau of Economic Research Full time

    National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) Postdoctoral Researcher OpportunityThe National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) is seeking a highly qualified postdoctoral researcher to contribute to cutting-edge research projects focused on the economics of health. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in multi-year research projects examining...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Harvard University seeks a postdoctoral researcher to advance a multidisciplinary understanding of fairness issues in online hiring platforms and other systems that rely on user-provided natural language input. The successful candidate will have a strong background in algorithms and complexity, natural language processing, and knowledge of the algorithmic...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Company OverviewAt Harvard University, our mission is to advance knowledge and reduce the impact of disease by fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.SalaryCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits packages are offered to postdoctoral candidates at Harvard University.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    {"title": "Postdoctoral Research Position in Radio Astronomy", "description": "Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the Harvard College Observatory/Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Liam Connor on a project focused on Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs),...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts Institute of Technology Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join our team in the Mechanical Engineering - Learning Engineering and Practice (LEAP) Group at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading research and innovations in learning technologies for manufacturing education and workforce...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts Institute of Technology Full time

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Associate to join our team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Center for Transportation and Logistics (CTL). The successful candidate will assist with research projects, conduct independent research, and perform other duties as part of the MIT Low Income Firms...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Postdoctoral Position in MicrobiologyDepartment/AreaThe Rowland Institute at Harvard invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the Gozzi Lab. Our research focuses on bacterial-encoded domesticated viruses, known as gene transfer agents, which package random sections of the host genome for use in genetic exchange.We aim to characterize gene transfer...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and talented postdoctoral fellow to join our research team in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at Harvard University.The successful candidate will have a strong background in chemistry and chemical biology, with a Ph.D. degree in a related field. The position involves conducting research in the...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Quantitative Sciences for Cancer Research**The Department of Biostatistics at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist position in Quantitative Sciences for Cancer Research. This position is funded by an NIH T32 grant and offers a unique opportunity to work with...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Forsyth Dental Infirmary for Children Full time

    About the Forsyth InstituteThe Forsyth Institute is a leading research organization dedicated to advancing oral health and its impact on overall wellness. With a strong focus on microbiology, immunology, and tooth/bone biology, our team of experts is committed to developing innovative solutions to improve human health.Our MissionWe are driven by a passion...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Job Title:Postdoctoral Fellow in Semiconductor-Driven NMR and in Quantum EngineeringJob Summary:The Donhee Ham group at Harvard University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on projects in semiconductor-driven nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and quantum engineering. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Job Title:Postdoctoral Fellow in Applied PhysicsJob Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Fellow to join our research team in the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. The successful candidate will work with Dr. Yiqiao Song on the development and application of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time

    Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Cognitive ScienceJob Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to join our team at Harvard University. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field and will be responsible for conducting research on theory-of-mind, pragmatics, and...