Post Doctorate Research Associate - Materials Extreme Environment

Overview

At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget. Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus.

The Physical and Computational Sciences Directorate's (PCSD) strengths in experimental, computational, and theoretical chemistry and materials science, together with our advanced computing, applied mathematics and data science capabilities, are central to the discovery mission we embrace  our most important resource is our people—experts across the range of scientific disciplines who team together to take on the biggest scientific challenges of our time.

The Physical Sciences Divisions steward discovery science research portfolios including catalysis, materials science, separations, analytical chemistry, geosciences, and chemical physics. Our research strives to refine our molecular-level understanding of multiphase systems and phenomena including complex interfaces. We discover and apply new knowledge to address major national priorities and needs in energy sustainability through the development of new energy storage technologies and the creation of high-value fuels and materials from abundant wastes.

As a Post Doctorate Research Associate in the Materials Sciences group, you will join a talented, multi-investigator team performing experimental and computational research to understand materials degradation in extreme environments. You will be involved in cutting edge research program focused on understanding degradation mechanisms of materials relevant to advanced nuclear fission, fusion, microelectronics and defense applications. You will also develop and apply cryogenic transfer atom probe tomography and electron microscopy methods for analyzing materials.

• Cryogenic transfer atom probe tomography of structural and functional materials.
• Development of in-situ and ex-situ tools in conjunction with advanced data analysis with python programming for microscopic characterization of materials.
• Correlating synthesis, structure, and properties through multimodal analysis.
• Supporting technical leadership with organized results for progress reports and lead manuscript writing.
• Collaborating and solving technical problems with a diverse team.
• Presenting research at conferences and project meetings.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated through publications and presentations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, or a related field.
• Expertise in PFIB and APT demonstrated through publications.
• Proficiency in cryogenic transfer workflow.
• Experience with development of advanced data analysis methods and python programming.
• Understanding of application of machine learning for material science.

Not Applicable

This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

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