Postdoctoral Researcher — Advanced Cement & Concrete Tech

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Retirement Plan

Flexible Hours

On-site Fitness

Relocation Assistance

Wellness Programs

Parental Leave

Job summary

UT-Battelle at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance cementitious materials research. The role involves experimental work, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and dissemination of findings to DOE and industry partners.

The position emphasizes strong publication history, innovative problem-solving, and alignment with ORNL values. Appointment duration up to 24 months with potential extension, on-site in Oak Ridge, TN.

Qualifications

• PhD completed within the last 5 years.
• Solid academic and research record in cementitious materials.
• Experience setting and conducting laboratory experiments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven publication record.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop next-gen cement and concrete technologies for construction.
• Develop experimental setups, conduct experiments, and analyze results.
• Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams across ORNL and partner institutions.
• Interact with researchers from universities, national labs, and private industry.
• Present research results to ORNL staff, DOE, industry, and academia.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Self-motivated

Publication record

Education

PhD in chemical engineering, chemistry, mechanical/civil engineering, materials science/engineering or related

Tools

Synchrotron techniques

Neutron techniques

Job description

UT-Battelle at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance cementitious materials research. The role involves experimental work, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and dissemination of findings to DOE and industry partners.

The position emphasizes strong publication history, innovative problem-solving, and alignment with ORNL values. Appointment duration up to 24 months with potential extension, on-site in Oak Ridge, TN.