Postdoc: Critical Elements at Mineral–Water Interfaces

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 72,879 - 121,465; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, IL, seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher for an LDRD project focusing on critical elements at mineral-water interfaces. The role emphasizes advanced synchrotron work, in situ characterization, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, with strong opportunities for material preparation and lab-based analysis.

The successful candidate will perform imaging at APS, analyze multimodal datasets, and contribute to publications while aligning with Argonne’s values of

Qualifications

• PhD completed or near completion (within 0–5 years) in a related field.
• Strong experience with synchrotron techniques and multimodal data analysis.
• Experience in material synthesis and comprehensive characterization methods.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on distribution and behavior of critical elements at mineral-water interfaces.
• Perform synchrotron scattering and imaging experiments at the Advanced Photon Source.
• Develop in situ characterization approaches and experimental apparatus.
• Prepare and characterize materials using laboratory-based analytical tools.
• Analyze and interpret complex multimodal datasets.
• Communicate results through presentations, reports, and peer‑reviewed articles.
• Collaborate across disciplines on multiple projects as needed.

Skills

Synchrotron techniques

Multimodal datasets

Material synthesis

Analytical methods

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Education

PhD in chemistry/geochemistry/chemical engineering/physics/materials science

Tools

Electron microscopy

Atomic force microscopy

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, IL, seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher for an LDRD project focusing on critical elements at mineral-water interfaces. The role emphasizes advanced synchrotron work, in situ characterization, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, with strong opportunities for material preparation and lab-based analysis.

The successful candidate will perform imaging at APS, analyze multimodal datasets, and contribute to publications while aligning with Argonne’s values of