Argonne National Laboratory · 3 days ago
Postdoctoral Appointee - Investigation of Electrocatalytic Interfaces with Advanced X-ray Microscopy
Lemont, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$71K/yr - $118K/yrArgonne National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Microscopy Group in the X-ray Science Division at the Advanced Photon Source. The role involves designing and performing synchrotron X-ray measurements to investigate catalytic interfaces under operando electrochemical conditions, contributing to the ISAAC data repository, and collaborating with team members to support AI-driven research in catalysis science.
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Responsibilities
Identifying relevant user systems and potential experiments for CO₂RR, OER, and related electrochemical studies
Designing and performing XFM and complementary X-ray experiments at APS beamlines through user collaborations
Commissioning and maintaining in-situ/operando electrochemical sample environments
Processing and curating data for inclusion in the ISAAC multimodal data framework
Closely collaborate with ISAAC team members to support the development of the AI-ready agent
Documenting data meticulously, preparing detailed reports, and publishing results in scientific journals and at conferences
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. completed in the past 5 years or soon-to-be-completed in physics, materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field
Demonstrated expertise in synchrotron-based XFM or related X-ray microscopy methods
Experience in operando or in-situ experiments on catalytic, electrochemical, or energy materials
Experience with custom sample environments (e.g., electrochemical flow cells, heating or biasing systems)
Proficiency in scientific programming (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent)
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, multi-institutional collaboration
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
Interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and ability to interact with people at all levels both within and outside the laboratory
Preferred
Hands-on experience with liquid transmission electron microscopy (TEM)
Knowledge of electrocatalysis, especially CO₂RR or OER systems
Familiarity with data management, AI/ML integration, or multimodal data fusion
Knowledge of automated data collection and data processing workflows
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package
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