Postdoc: High-Temperature Ceramic Materials & Microstructure

Idaho National Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation package

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in Materials Science/Ceramics to lead design, synthesis, microstructure characterization, and properties evaluation of high-temperature non-oxide ceramics. The role involves developing material-chemistry-process-microstructure-performance understanding and assessing performance for harsh reactor environments.

The candidate will collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team, apply advanced SEM/TEM/XRD techniques, and contribute to modeling

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related field completed by commencement of appointment.
• Experience with ceramic materials and high-temperature non-oxide ceramics.
• Strong publications in high-impact journals with microstructure characterization.
• Ability to obtain DOE Q clearance; US citizenship required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, synthesis, and microstructure characterization of ceramics.
• Perform advanced materials testing and properties evaluation.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Collaborate with INL researchers and external partners.
• Contribute to modeling of microstructure evolution and degradation.

Skills

Ceramic materials

Materials Science

Microstructure characterization

Mechanical properties

Thermodynamics

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in Materials Science/Engineering or related

Tools

SEM

TEM

XRD

Spark plasma sintering

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in Materials Science/Ceramics to lead design, synthesis, microstructure characterization, and properties evaluation of high-temperature non-oxide ceramics. The role involves developing material-chemistry-process-microstructure-performance understanding and assessing performance for harsh reactor environments.

The candidate will collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team, apply advanced SEM/TEM/XRD techniques, and contribute to modeling