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Assistant Scientist – AI for Autonomous Synthesis and Multimodal Characterization

Lemont, IL USA💼 Full-time💰 $94,486–$94,486🗓 2026-07-10 → 2026-07-31

Core

Developing and applying AI/ML methods for autonomous, self-driving synthesis of nanoscale and quantum materials using closed-loop experimental workflows.

Role type

Research Scientist (AI for Autonomous Materials Synthesis)

Builds

Closed-loop AI-enabled experimental workflows integrating synthesis with in situ/operando x-ray, electron, and optical characterization.

Domain

Materials Science / Quantum Materials / Synchrotron Science / Machine Learning

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Active learning, Bayesian optimization, Generative models, Inverse design, Deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX), Optimization libraries (BoTorch, GPyTorch, scikit-learn), Python programming, Multimodal data analysis, HPC integration

Preferred skills

Experimental control frameworks (ROS, Bluesky, EPICS), Robotic synthesis platforms, Reinforcement learning, Agentic AI, Multimodal data fusion, Digital twins, Physics-informed machine learning

Responsibilities

Lead research program in AI-enabled autonomous materials synthesis, Design closed-loop experimental workflows, Develop AI/ML methods for active learning and experiment planning, Build analysis tools for multimodal high-throughput data, Collaborate with synthesis and characterization scientists, Publish in peer-reviewed journals

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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