Postdoctoral Researcher – Electrochemistry & Operando Interfacial Characterization; CNM

Postdoctoral Researcher in Electrochemistry

The Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM) at Argonne National Laboratory seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with deep expertise in electrochemistry. The successful candidate will lead efforts in nanomaterials synthesis and in situ/operando characterization of liquid–solid interfaces during electrochemical conversions.

This position offers the opportunity to leverage CNM's advanced user facilities and instrumentation, publish in high-impact venues, and collaborate closely with scientists across CNM, Argonne, and external partners.

• Design, synthesize, and rigorously evaluate well-defined nanomaterials for catalytic and electrochemical applications
• Develop, implement, and optimize in situ electrochemical cells to probe liquid–solid interfaces under reaction conditions
• Plan and execute in situ/operando experiments using advanced characterization methods, including Near Ambient Pressure X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (NAP-XPS), electron microscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and related techniques
• Conduct electrochemical testing and benchmarking; analyze and interpret complex datasets to elucidate mechanisms and structure–property relationships
• Document results and lead preparation of manuscripts, reports, and presentations; present findings at internal meetings and external conference
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment spanning experimentalists, theorists/modelers, and data scientists

• Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in field of Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated expertise in electrochemistry, including materials synthesis, electrochemical characterization, and mechanistic interpretation
• Hands-on experience within situ/operando characterization techniques
• Strong data analysis skills: familiarity with modeling and/or data-science tools is beneficial but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment
• 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
• Unofficial PhD transcripts
• PhD diploma (if already earned at the time of application)
• Candidates selected for interview will be asked to provide three professional references