Postdoctoral Researcher — Materials Performance & Sintering

Idaho National Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 89,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with employer contribution

Tuition assistance

Relocation package

Paid time off

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate with a materials science and engineering background to join INL’s Materials Performance team. The role focuses on research in materials, performance and characterization for harsh environments, leveraging SEM, TEM, XRD and mechanical testing.

The position is on-site in Idaho Falls with a 9x80 schedule. The candidate will publish findings, contribute to proposals and reports, and work both independently

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (completed by appointment).
• Ability to obtain DOE Q clearance (US citizenship).
• Hands-on experimental research experience.
• Proficiency in advanced data computational and analytical software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development in materials, performance and characterization.
• Provide project management support for projects with compressed timelines.
• Characterize data using SEM, TEM, XRD and mechanical testing.
• Analyze data and develop models for sintering behavior and formation mechanisms.
• Collaborate with INL researchers and external partners on field assisted sintering applications.
• Prepare and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Contribute to research proposals and project reports.

Skills

Hands-on experimental skills

Data analysis software

Excellent written and verbal skills

Independent and collaborative work

Problem-solving ability

Advanced characterization tools

Publications experience

Education

PhD in Materials Science/Metallurgy/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SEM

TEM

XRD

Mechanical testing

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate with a materials science and engineering background to join INL’s Materials Performance team. The role focuses on research in materials, performance and characterization for harsh environments, leveraging SEM, TEM, XRD and mechanical testing.

The position is on-site in Idaho Falls with a 9x80 schedule. The candidate will publish findings, contribute to proposals and reports, and work both independently