Postdoctoral Appointee - Neutron Generator Applied Science and TechnologyMaturation, Onsite

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

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We are seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to prepare, characterize, and evaluate samples to understand how nanoscale assembly relates to macroscale adhesive strength. Systems of interest are focused on polymeric materials tethered to inorganic substrates using adhesion promoting self‑assembled monolayers. This department is R&D oriented and maintains an extensive network of collaborators internal and external to SNL. This position will afford you the opportunity to demonstrate initiative in research activities that support your professional development.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preparation of inorganic substrates with self‑assembled monolayers through chemical vapor deposition
• Characterization of samples using a variety of surface analysis techniques including x‑ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), time of flight secondary ion mass spectrometry (ToF‑SIMS)
• Conduct asymmetric double cantilever beam testing to assess adhesive strength using a load cell
• Additional material characterization techniques such as: thermal analysis, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) testing
• Analyze data to further understanding of how nanoscale organization leads to macroscale properties
• Documenting results in a laboratory notebook, writing manuscripts for peer‑reviewed external publications, and presenting work at national conferences
• Basic lab and equipment maintenance and safety paperwork

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field conferred within five years prior to employment
• A strong track record of scientific and/or technical achievements through publication, as evidenced by peer‑reviewed journals and external presentations at appropriate scientific conferences
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance

• Demonstrated track record of initiating or leading small research projects or work packages, planning experiments, and delivering results with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues from diverse technical backgrounds across multiple organizations or institutions
• Experience contributing to multiple concurrent research programs or cross project collaborations
• Willingness to work under principal investigator (PI) mentorship and to mentor students or junior colleagues as appropriate
• Strong written and verbal communication skills,…