Postdoctoral Research Associate - Catalysis, Theoretical Studies

The Chemistry Division has an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in catalysis. The successful candidate will be devoted to theoretical studies, involving description of electrochemical environment, understanding of reaction mechanisms and active sites under reaction conditions, and catalyst optimization.

• Provide mechanistic understanding of the catalytic behaviors observed under reaction conditions.
• Correlate the composition/structure with the activity/stability of catalysts.
• Design and develop heterogeneous catalysts.
• Coordinate collaborative research with experimental or theoretical collaborators.
• Prepare and write manuscripts for publications in scientific journals and present research results in scientific conferences and DOE program review meetings.

• PhD degree in physics, physical chemistry, chemical engineering, or closely related fields.
• Strong background and research experience in electrocatalysis.
• Good English writing and oral skills for publications and presentations.
• Experience in applying electronic structure theory, Transition State Theory (TST), microkinetic modeling or Kinetic Monte Carlo (KMC) methods, machine learning methods in electrocatalysis.

• Knowledge in heterogeneous catalysis.
• Electronic structure simulation of complex electrocatalysts (metal/metal compound), kinetic modeling of electrochemical performance under reaction conditions and machine‑learning‑based study for catalyst design.

• Initial 1‑year term appointment subject to renewal for the second year based on performance and funding.
• Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $82,000- $85,000 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
• BNL policy requires that after obtaining a PhD, eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post‑doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life‑changing events.
• Candidates must have received a Ph.D. by the commencement of employment.

Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.