Requisition Id 13788
Overview:
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will focus on Advanced electron microscopy research for quantum materials. This position resides in the Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STEM) group in the Nanomaterials Characterization Section, Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS), Physical Science Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).
As part of our team, you will investigate the atomic and electronic structures of energy and quantum materials and correlate these structures with relevant propertiesusing ORNL's suite of aberration-corrected STEMs. A particular focus of your research will be understanding heterogeneities, such as interfaces, defects, and boundaries in quantum materials. Advanced electron microscopy capabilities, such as 4D-STEM and high-resolution electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS), will be integrated with in situ specimen biasing/cooling experiments. You will play an integral role in electron microscopy studies and will closely collaborate with other scientists for synthesis, theoretical calculations, and other characterization methods, across multiple divisions at ORNL.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
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 up to 24 months with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and availability of funding.
Please submit three letters of reference when applying to this position. You may upload these directly to your application or have them sent to [email protected] with the position title and number referenced in the subject line.
Instructions to upload documents to your candidate profile:
About ORNL
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.
Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [email protected]
#LI-DNP
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.
We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.
If you have trouble applying for a position, please email [email protected].
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.
...Position Summary The Senior Analyst System Operations Data Analytics & Reporting reviews real-time metrics, goals, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, risks, bottlenecks, and opportunities within the performance of the operation, in support...
...collaborate around the world. For over 25 years, we've been empowering educators, innovators, and business leaders with our award-winning... ..., and one community at a time.North Americas Education Consultant role provides customers with the highest quality training delivery...
...by Bonaventure has exciting job openings for Housekeeping. $17.25 to $18.25 per hourPaid Training, no experience necessary for Housekeeper/Housekeeping positions... ...have worked in cleaning, janitorial, or in a hotel as a cleaner, we want to hear from you. Becoming...
...such as Nissan and Arnold Engineering. Noted as a great place for outdoor recreation, Winchesters beautiful Tims Ford Lake offers... ...If golfing is more your style, you can enjoy The Bear Trace at Times Ford. This 6,790-yard golf course designed by The Golden Bear, Mr...
...General Statement of Duties Serves as a second in command in the administration and operations of the Greenwich Fire Department. Assumes the duties, responsibility and authority of the Chief in their absence or as directed. Reports to the Fire Chief. Qualifications...