Postdoctoral Appointee – Electrocatalysis; Center Nanoscale Materials

Postdoctoral Appointee – Electrocatalysis (Center for Nanoscale Materials)

Join us at Argonne National Laboratory to lead efforts in materials synthesis, in situ/operando characterization, and catalytic performance evaluation at the Center for Nanoscale Materials. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage CNM’s advanced characterization capabilities, contribute to high‑impact publications, and collaborate with scientists across CNM, Argonne, and external partners.

• Design, synthesize, and rigorously evaluate well‑defined electrocatalyst materials
• Plan and execute in situ/operando studies using advanced techniques such as X‑ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS), X‑ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), Raman spectroscopy, Differential Electrochemical Mass Spectrometry (DEMS), and complementary methods
• Perform electrochemical testing and benchmarking; analyze and interpret complex datasets to elucidate catalytic mechanisms and structure–property relationships
• Document results and lead the preparation of high‑impact publications; present findings at internal meetings and external conferences
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary environment that includes experimentalists, modelers, and data scientists

• Recent or soon‑to‑be‑completed PhD (within the last 0‑5 years) in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
• Demonstrated expertise in electrocatalysis, including catalyst synthesis, electrochemical characterization, and mechanistic analysis
• Hands‑on experience with in situ/operando spectroscopy and/or advanced characterization (e.g., XAS, XPS, Raman, DEMS)
• Proficiency in data analysis; familiarity with modeling or data science tools is a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter describing research experience and fit for the role
• Contact information for three references

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