Postdoctoral Research Associate - Metallurgy and Processing Science of Large-Scale AM

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their innovative team in the Materials Science and Technology Division. This role involves exploring the processing structure-property relationships in large-scale additively manufactured components, leveraging a strong background in physical metallurgy. The successful candidate will collaborate with a diverse team of experts, contribute to cutting-edge research, and present findings at workshops and conferences. This position offers an exciting opportunity to impact energy and security solutions while working in a dynamic research environment that values integrity, teamwork, and diversity.

Benefits

Generous relocation package

Domestic and international relocation assistance

Access to collaborative research environment

Qualifications

• PhD in materials science or mechanical engineering completed within the last 5 years.
• Strong background in physical metallurgy and mechanical behavior of materials.

Responsibilities

• Understand processing-microstructure-property relationships in alloy systems.
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary research environment and present findings.

Skills

Physical Metallurgy

Mechanical Behavior of Materials

Additive Manufacturing

Mechanical Testing

Property Evaluation

Collaboration Skills

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Metallurgy and Processing Science of Large-Scale AM

Pay Competitive

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 10718

Requisition Id 10718

Overview:

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security.

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will support the Metals and Composite Processing Group in the Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The candidate will contribute to the understanding of processing structure property relationships in large scale additively manufactured components, in association with powder metallurgy-based techniques. A strong background in physical metallurgy and mechanical behavior of materials is required. Applicants will be expected to collaborate with research staff and industry partners focused on various aspects of process modeling, in-situ monitoring, and large-scale fabrication techniques. The primary research location would be at the Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) – ORNL’s Hardin Valley campus.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Understand the processing-microstructure-property relationships in various structural alloy systems
• Temperature dependent mechanical property evaluation of AM and PM materials
• Multiscale characterization and defect/microstructure assessment of test articles and large-scale components
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary research environment consisting of computational scientists, experimentalists, and engineers conducting basic and applied research in support of the Laboratory’s missions.
• Present and report research results at workshops and conferences and publish key findings in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements per ORNL’s Standards-Based Management System (SBMS).
• Maintain strong dedication to the implementation and perpetuation of institution values and ethics.
• Support senior staff in the development and execution of projects that provide valued and timely deliverables to the various stakeholders.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A PhD in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field completed within the last 5 years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in physical metallurgy of structural alloys
• Background knowledge of material needs for nuclear engineering application
• Experience with additive manufacturing
• Understanding of mechanical testing and property evaluation of ferrous alloys
• Excellent record of productive and creative research as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs

Please submit three letters of reference when applying to this position. You can upload these directly to your application or have them sent to [e-mail] with the position title and number referenced in the subject line.

Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be for up to 24 months with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and the availability of funding.

Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.

About the company

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is an American multiprogram science and technology national laboratory sponsored by the US Department of Energy and administered, managed, and operated by UT–Battelle as a federally funded research and development center.