Job Information
Argonne National Laboratory Postdoctoral Appointee - Electrochemistry in Lemont, Illinois
The Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division (CSE) is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to participate in a goal-oriented research team dedicated to the advancement of electrodeposition processes on promoting decarbonization and sustainability.
Under the guidance, the postdoctoral appointee will:
Design and conduct electrodeposition experiments and electroanalytical measurements to understand electrodeposition processes of Iron, in both aqueous and non-aqueous media
Conducts characterization of electrodeposits using various techniques including X-ray diffraction, SEM, Raman, etc.
Develop technical ideas to enable in situ and ex situ electrochemical cells to understand the behavior of electrode interfacial chemistry
Perform experiments to understand and quantify reaction pathways and kinetics for desired iron electrodeposition systems
Communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and Laboratory management by providing regular updates, technical research reports, project presentations, peer-reviewed publications, and other established communication channels
Position Requirements
Ph.D. degree level with 0 to 3 years of experience or equivalentin chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or ca closely related field soon-to-be completed or completed within the past three years
Knowledge of electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering
Knowledge of the physical and chemical principles underlying materials properties, phase equilibria, thermodynamics and the experimental techniques and methodologies associated with these areas
Knowledge of safe laboratory practices
Skills in designing and conducting experiments to collect specified data, operating and maintaining research equipment, as well as compiling, assessing, and reporting test results
Skills in oral and written communication, as evidenced by a history of publications and external recognition
Ability to work as a contributing team player in an intense and results-oriented project
Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork
Job Family
Postdoctoral Family
Job Profile
Postdoctoral Appointee
Worker Type
Long-Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type
Full time
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. In support of this commitment, Argonne encourages minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Argonne considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.
All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.
Interested in translating science into innovation? Build your career at Argonne.
At Argonne, we view the world from a different perspective. Our scientists and engineers conduct world-class research in clean energy, the environment, technology, national security and more. We’re finding creative ways to prepare the world for a better future.
To learn more about Argonne's benefits programs, amenities, and other employee programs, visit our main Careers (http://www.anl.gov/careers) site.
To learn more about the exciting science going on at Argonne, visit our Science and Technology (http://www.anl.gov/argonnes-science-and-technology) page.
To request a reasonable accommodation or for other application support, contact us anytime at careers@anl.gov or 630-252-2336.