Scope the project to align with the core research efforts.

Be the primary driver of the technical plan (e.g., model development, analysis plan) with regular feedback from mentors.

Execute the project using TRI resources.

Present the project’s approach and findings in research meetings.

Pursuing a PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related fields.

Familiar with running tabletop or synchrotron XRD experiments.

2+ years experience in performing Rietveld refinement, bonus if familiar with analyzing different materials classes.

Experience with basic data analysis in Python.

A track record of executing research projects evidenced by journal publications.

Strong communication skills and ability to work and foster collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.

Desire to work on challenging and open-ended research projects.

Experience using XRD phase identification software, e.g. DARA, GSAS-II, MAUD, Spotlight.

Experience working with thin-film metal oxides.

Comfortable working with large datasets.

Experience with code best practices and collaborative software development using git.