Postdoctoral Appointee – Electrocatalysis (Center for Nanoscale Materials)

Argonne National Laboratory; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research facility is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher specializing in electrocatalysis. The successful candidate will design and synthesize electrocatalyst materials, conduct advanced characterization, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary environment. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $70,758.00-$117,925.00 and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for high-impact publications

Qualifications

• Recent PhD (within last 0-5 years) in relevant field.
• Hands-on experience with in situ/operando spectroscopy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and evaluate electrocatalyst materials.
• Perform electrochemical testing and analyze datasets.
• Collaborate with scientists across CNM, Argonne, and external partners.

Skills

Electrocatalysis expertise

Data analysis proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

Tools

X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS)

X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS)

Raman spectroscopy

Differential Electrochemical Mass Spectroscopy (DEMS)

Job description

We seek a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a strong background in electrocatalysis to join the Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM) at Argonne National Laboratory. The successful candidate will lead efforts in materials synthesis, in situ/operando characterization, and catalytic performance evaluation. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage CNM’s advanced characterization capabilities, contribute to high-impact publications, and collaborate with scientists across CNM, Argonne, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, synthesize, and rigorously evaluate well-defined electrocatalyst materials
• Plan and execute in situ/operando studies using advanced techniques such as X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS), X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), Raman spectroscopy, Differential Electrochemical Mass Spectroscopy (DEMS), and complementary methods
• Perform electrochemical testing and benchmarking; analyze and interpret complex datasets to elucidate catalytic mechanisms and structure–property relationships
• Document results and lead the preparation of high-impact publications; present findings at internal meetings and external conferences
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary environment that includes experimentalists, modelers, and data scientists

Position Requirements

• Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in field of Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
• Demonstrated expertise in electrocatalysis, including catalyst synthesis, electrochemical characterization, and mechanistic analysis
• Hands-on experience with in situ/operando spectroscopy and/or advanced characterization (e.g., XAS, XPS, Raman, DEMS)
• Proficiency in data analysis; familiarity with modeling or data science tools is a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork

Application Materials

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter describing research experience and fit for the role
• Contact information for three references

Job Family

Postdoctoral

Job Profile

Postdoctoral Appointee

Worker Type

Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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