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Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education · 1 day ago

Next Generation Smoke and Obscuration Development - Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship

Aberdeen, MD

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$7,300/mo - $7,500/mo

The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is offering a STEM-focused research fellowship at the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Chemical and Biological Center. The role involves developing novel materials to protect U.S. warfighters through improved obscuration technologies, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and gaining hands-on experience in materials synthesis and analytical techniques.

Government Administration

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Gain knowledge of the principles and processes involved in the synthesis and characterization of novel materials designed for obscurant applications

Acquire hands-on experience in aerosol generation techniques and the analysis of aerosol characteristics related to material deployment

Develop proficiency in using various spectroscopy and analytical techniques to analyze material properties and performance

Enhance teamwork and communication skills by engaging with professionals from diverse scientific and engineering backgrounds

Learn to assess the limitations and performance metrics of current obscurant technologies, particularly in terms of obscuring effectiveness, compatibility with dissemination systems, and atmospheric stability

Understand the significance of advanced obscurant materials in enhancing the protection of U.S. warfighters