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Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 1 month ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Atomic-Scale Simulation

Tennessee (TN)

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory focused on scientific breakthroughs. They are seeking a postdoctoral research associate to simulate amorphous materials and crystallization reactions using atomic-scale simulations and high performance computing.

Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct independent research using atomic-scale simulation with rare event methods to understand hydroxylation and carbonation reactions in aqueous solutions, amorphous materials and at mineral-water interfaces

Collaborate with ORNL researchers on the design and execution of experiments to measure crystallization reactions

Present and report research results and publish scientific findings in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner

Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health and quality program requirements

Maintain strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics

Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success

Qualification

Atomic-scale simulationHigh performance computingRare event methodsSimulating reactionsCommunication skillsMotivated self-starterCollaborative teamwork

Required

A PhD in Physical Sciences, such as Geochemistry, Chemistry, Geology, Materials Science, or related disciplines completed within the last 5 years

Strong background in atomic-scale simulation

Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required

Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws

If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment

Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment

Preferred

Experience using CMD, AIMD, DFTB, MD with rare event methods (metadynamics, umbrella sampling, replica exchange, etc.)

Experience with simulating reactions, such as ligand exchanges and crystallization reactions, in aqueous solutions and at solid-water interfaces

Excellent record of productive and creative research demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory

Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs