Postdoctoral Research Associate - Environmental Scientist - Oak Ridge National Lab

Posted:

02/02/2026

Expiration Date:

04/30/2026

Overview:

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher skilled in biogeochemistry who will contribute to mercury remediation technology development program, specifically focusing on how environmental variables and remediation activities affect mercury bioavailability and bioaccumulation. This position resides in the Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health in the Biodiversity and Sustainable Systems Section, Environmental Sciences Division, Biological & Environmental Systems Science at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design experiments and perform laboratory investigations with inorganic mercury and methyl mercury.
• Acquire and analyze data using a range of analytical instrumentation.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Prepare oral and written reports.
• Publish and present research results in peer-reviewed journals and at conferences.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.