Advanced Coating Technologies Senior Research Associate

Inside Higher Ed

toronto, on, Canada
Full-time
Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

Explore an outstanding career opportunity at the Centre for Advanced Coating Technologies. We seek a Senior Research Associate to lead pioneering research on thermal spray coating and advanced materials.

In this on-site role, you will work under Prof. Ali Dolatabadi and will be instrumental in conducting innovative studies on coating technologies while mentoring graduate students. You will engage in hands-on research, crucial to the development and optimization of thermal spray and particle deposition methods within our laboratory setting.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead research projects on coating technologies
• Publish in scientific journals and present at conferences
• Supervise and train graduate research assistants
• Engage in hands-on experimentation with coating techniques
• Collaborate with university, industry, and government partners

Requirements:
• PhD in Mechanical, Materials, or Chemical Engineering