Postdoc Research Associate

Gemological Institute of America (GIA)

Carlsbad, California, US
Base: $73,000 + ; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Gemstone geology research
Diamond synthesis research
Gemological instrument development
The one-to-two-year fellowships encourage early career scientists to pursue full-time academic research into fundamental scientific problems in gemstone geology, defect physics diamond synthesis, and other fields related to gemology

Job Summary

  • The one-to-two-year fellowships encourage early career scientists to pursue full-time academic research into fundamental scientific problems in gemstone geology, defect physics diamond synthesis, and other fields related to gemology.
  • In-house research tools include FTIR, UV-Vis-NIR absorption, Raman, photoluminescence, and EPR spectrometers, an SEM microscope equipped with EDS and CL spectroscopy and imaging, laser ablation ICP-MS, and a CVD diamond growth lab with laser cutting and polishing facilities.
  • The fellowship includes a competitive annual stipend ($73,000+), research funding, and approved travel subsidies.

Matching Summary

The one-to-two-year fellowships encourage early career scientists to pursue full-time academic research into fundamental scientific problems in gemstone geology, defect physics diamond synthesis, and other fields related to gemology.

Salary

Base: $73,000+; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: full health, dental and vision insurance, potential relocation reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • gemstone geology research
  • diamond synthesis research
  • gemological instrument development
  • publish high-level scientific articles
  • independent publishable research

Nice-to-have

  • collaborate with GIA scientists
  • collaborate with outside institutions

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in a relevant field
  • Ph.D. received within the last 3 years
  • Effective oral and written English skills

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