Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 18 hours ago
Postdoc- Synthesis and Characterization of Novel Electrolyte or Electrode M
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelOak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking to fill a postdoctoral position available for an inorganic, organic, polymeric, or physical chemist with expertise in electrode or electrolyte chemistry. The primary focus will be on synthesis and purification of electrode or electrolyte systems and evaluation of their battery performance.
Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Synthesize novel electrode or electrolyte materials
Evaluate electrochemical properties of the above materials
Collaborate with ORNL postdocs and staff who are involved in structural characterization
Participate in the development of new ideas and projects
Present and report research results and publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner
Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements
Maintain strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics
Qualification
Required
A PhD in inorganic, organic, polymeric, or physical chemistry or a closely related field, completed within the last five years
Preferred
A strong background in inorganic, organic, polymeric, or physical chemistry
Expertise in standard purification methods and characterization by the standard tools including NMR, FTIR, mass spectrometry, etc
An excellent track record of productive and creative research demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to communicate in English to an international scientific audience
Motivated and safety conscious
Able to work independently and collaboratively
Able to set priorities, multi-task, and adapt to ever-changing needs as well as the proven ability to function well in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Medical and retirement plans
Flexible work hours
On-site fitness
Banking
Cafeteria facilities
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Contributory Pension Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Generous Vacation and Holidays
Parental Leave
Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Wellness Programs
Educational Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Employee Discounts
Company
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory holds a range of R&D assignments, from fundamental nuclear physics to applied R&D on advanced energy systems.
Founded in 1943
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-09-21Grant· $4.8M
2023-07-27Grant
2022-03-14Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Arjun Shankar
Division Director, National Center for Computational Sciences, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Brett Ellis
Division Director - Research Computing Support
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