Gas-Phase Chemistry Postdoc: Analytical Research

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Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate with expertise in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines to support the ARL at MFC. The role focuses on advanced separations and material recovery with hazardous gases and analytical systems.

The candidate will operate analytical equipment, design experimental systems, and contribute to high‑quality reports and publications as part of an interdisciplinary R&D team.

Qualifications

• PhD completed in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or closely related field within the past five years.
• Esteemed track record in analytical measurements and calibration of analytical equipment.
• Experience with reactive gases and radiological laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, qualify, and maintain experimental systems with engineering staff.
• Operate remote handling equipment for contaminated materials.
• Work with fume hoods and glove boxes on radioactive systems.
• Develop methods for sample collection and analysis and report results.
• Publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Prepare technical reports and data packages documenting advanced techniques.

Skills

Analytical measurements

Gas analysis

Data analysis

Publications

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Materials Science/ Physics

Tools

Gas chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Spectroscopy

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate with expertise in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines to support the ARL at MFC. The role focuses on advanced separations and material recovery with hazardous gases and analytical systems.

The candidate will operate analytical equipment, design experimental systems, and contribute to high‑quality reports and publications as part of an interdisciplinary R&D team.