DescriptionThe Centre for Advanced Coating Technologies (CACT) in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering is seeking to fill a Senior Research Associate position. The research group conducts research in the areas of advanced coating technologies, thermal spray processing, cold spray additive manufacturing, solid-state battery materials, and functional coatings.The Research Associate will work directly under the supervision of Prof. Ali Dolatabadi on projects related to advanced materials processing and coating technologies where they will develop and execute the research vision with the PI to achieve research goals. The individual is expected to publish both at conferences and in journals and supervise research students.This role is an on-site, office- and laboratory-based position. The successful candidate must be available to work in research laboratories and coating facilities, as the position requires hands‑on involvement with a variety of overlay coating and deposition technologies.Minimum QualificationsEducationPhD degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Chemical Engineering or relevant disciplines.Minimum of five years of experience in thermal spray and surface coating technologies is required, including at least three years of academic research experience involving coordination of Master’s and PhD students and support of research projects in the field of advanced coating technologies.Demonstrated hands‑on experience in thermal spray and particle deposition technologies, including Atmospheric Plasma Spray (APS), RF plasma, Suspension Plasma Spray (SPS), Solution Precursor Plasma Spray (SPPS), High Velocity Oxy‑Fuel Spray (HVOF), wire arc spray, cold spray (CS), and powder synthesis.



Experience with one or more of these technologies is considered an asset.Experience with heat treatment and post‑processing of coatings and advanced materials, as well as coating characterization using techniques such as SEM, EDS, XRD, XPS, hardness testing, surface roughness/profilometry, adhesion testing, or related methods.SkillsStrong technical and analytical skills in thermal spray and surface coating technologies.Demonstrated ability to design, optimize, and troubleshoot coating and additive manufacturing processes.Demonstrated success in preparing manuscripts, technical reports, presentations, scientific abstracts, and research proposals, as well as collaborating with academic, industrial, and government partners.Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to work independently and supervise graduate students effectively.Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and work setting.Closing Date:05/29/2026, 11:59 PM ETEmployee Group:Research AssociatePersonnel Subarea:Research AssocAppointment Type:Grant - ContinuingSchedule:Full-TimePay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:R02 – Sr.



Research Associates $62,617 – $109,373 – $127,112 (open)Job Category:Engineering / TechnicalDiversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.Me/UP.Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Research Associate - $62,617 - $127,112 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Centre for Advanced Coating Technologies
📍 Winnipeg