Postdoc- Synthesis and Characterization of Novel Electrolyte or Electrode M

Overview

The Nanomaterials Chemistry Group within the Chemical Sciences Division at ORNL is seeking to fill a postdoctoral position available for an inorganic, organic, polymeric, or physical chemist with expertise in electrode or electrolyte chemistry for development of new electrode or electrolyte systems for battery applications. The primary focus will be on synthesis and purification of electrode or electrolyte systems and evaluation of their battery performance.

The program will have a strong collaborative component with characterization (e.g., electron microscopy, electrochemical study, neutron scattering) and computational scientists working on the same program.

• 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.

• A PhD in inorganic, organic, polymeric, or physical chemistry or a closely related field, completed within the last five years.

• 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.

Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be up to 24 months with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and availability of funding.

Please submit three letters of reference when applying for this position. You can upload these directly to your application or have them sent to postdoc recruitment with the position title and number referenced in the subject line.

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For foreign national candidates:
If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.

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