Postdoc: Multifunctional Materials & Thermal Systems

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Drug Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Generous Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance multifunctional equipment integration for buildings and grid applications. The role sits in the Thermal Systems Science Section, contributing to advanced materials, cooling, and thermal management for electronics.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a related field, with strong experimental skills, a solid publication record, and ability to work independently and within collaborative teams across the laboratory.

Qualifications

• PhD completed in last five years.
• Strong hands-on experimental research experience.
• Prolific publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and in teams.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt in fast-paced research environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and report research on insulation materials, cooling solutions, thermal management, and separation processes.
• Develop experimental setups, synthesize materials, fabricate devices, and optimize processes.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Hands-on experimental research

Advanced materials synthesis

Device fabrication

Instrumentation and characterization

Independent work

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance multifunctional equipment integration for buildings and grid applications. The role sits in the Thermal Systems Science Section, contributing to advanced materials, cooling, and thermal management for electronics.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a related field, with strong experimental skills, a solid publication record, and ability to work independently and within collaborative teams across the laboratory.