Catalysis Research Group Leader

argonne; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 148,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory seeks a Group Leader for the Catalysis research group within the Chemical Sciences & Engineering Division. Lead a high-profile program, shape goals, and drive strategies to advance catalytic science and materials discovery.

The role emphasizes building collaborations with academia, industry, and other national labs, managing projects, mentoring staff, and advancing a world-class research agenda in homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 15+ years postdoc experience.
• Strong track record in fundamental and applied catalysis.
• Publications and peer recognition in catalysis and organometallic chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate and conduct high-quality catalytic research through collaborations.
• Secure new project funding and manage budgets and staff.
• Publish seminal knowledge and develop proposals for program growth.
• Organize national/international scientific symposia and participate in professional societies.
• Mentor junior researchers and collaborate with internal/external partners.

Skills

Catalysis knowledge

Mechanistic studies

Kinetic studies

Advanced characterization

X-ray adsorption spectroscopy

Synthesis and structure

Surface organometallic catalysts

Novel reaction processes

Education

PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory seeks a Group Leader for the Catalysis research group within the Chemical Sciences & Engineering Division. Lead a high-profile program, shape goals, and drive strategies to advance catalytic science and materials discovery.

The role emphasizes building collaborations with academia, industry, and other national labs, managing projects, mentoring staff, and advancing a world-class research agenda in homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis.