Chemist Fellowship: ERDC Environmental Lab - Master's or Doctoral

Chemist Fellowship: ERDC Environmental Lab - Master's or Doctoral

Join to apply for the Chemist Fellowship: ERDC Environmental Lab - Master’s or Doctoral role at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education.

The Environmental Laboratory (EL) is one of the seven laboratories of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (USACE-ERDC). EL provides solutions to environmental challenges for the U.S. Army, the Department of Defense and the Nation through environmental science and engineering research and development. Researchers in EL conduct work in ecosystem science and technology, environmental resiliency, environmental sensing, ecological modeling and forecasting, risk and decision science, environmentally sustainable materials, systems biology, climate change, computational chemistry, environmental chemistry and environmental security.

The program supports innovative research in areas such as Environmental Harmful Algal Blooms (HAB) mitigation and detection, bio-inorganic catalysis, and supramolecular transition metal complexes.

Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain knowledge by:

• Utilizing practical approaches to address specific scientific challenges, focusing on synthesizing, characterizing, and analyzing chemical and material samples using state-of-the-art equipment.
• Analyzing experimental data, interpreting results, and documenting findings for internal and external reporting through technical notes and reports.
• Collaborating with researchers and team members, participating in regular meetings to discuss progress and share insights.
• Presenting research findings through oral or digital presentations and contributing to technical reports and peer‑reviewed publications.
• Enhancing skills in organic and inorganic synthesis, bio‑inorganic chemistry, material characterization, and photochemistry.

The ideal candidate will currently have or will soon have a master’s or doctoral degree in Chemistry with knowledge in these areas:

• Organic
• Inorganic
• Bio-inorganic

A complete application consists of:

• Zintellect Profile
• Educational and Employment History
• Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
• Resume (PDF)
• Transcripts/Academic Records (official or copy) in English
• One recommendation

All application materials should be submitted via the Apply button. Do not send materials to email addresses. Ensure that documents do not contain social security numbers, student IDs, or dates of birth. Proof of health insurance is required for participation and can be obtained through ORISE.

This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage ORISE, is not an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD, or any other office or agency. You will be affiliated with ORISE for the appointment administration. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program page.

Location:

Vicksburg, Mississippi

Appointment:
Full-time twelve-month research appointment. Appointments may be extended depending on funding, project assignment, program rules, and participant availability. Start date will be determined at selection.

• Stipend determined by ERDC-EL, typically based on academic standing, discipline, experience, and location
• Health Insurance Supplement (participants may purchase health insurance through ORISE)
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

Point of Contact:
Debbie

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree:
  Master’s or Doctoral degree received within the last 60 months or currently pursuing
• Disciplines:
  Chemistry and Materials Sciences;
  Bio-inorganic;
  Bio-organic;
  Biophysical;
  Environmental;
  Inorganic;
  Organic;
  Materials Sciences

Reference Code: ERDC-EL-

Location:

Vicksburg, MS

Estimated salary: $94,676.00–$

Eligibility and other requirements apply. If you have questions, contact USACEu.gov with the reference code in the subject line.