Chemical Kinetics and Catalysis Postdoctoral Research Associate
About The Position
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher to work within the Catalysis and Transient Kinetics group. The candidate will be primarily a hands-on, laboratory-based researcher with responsibilities that include running experiments, interpreting results, and writing/publishing scientific papers. Specifically, the candidate will perform science research at the laboratory scale in the area of heterogeneous catalysis. Methanol synthesis is a primary focus, but other reactions may also apply. Experience with the use of laboratory scale catalyst characterization techniques, and the interpretation of that data, is highly desired along with a demonstrated publication record. Examples of conventional experiments the researcher will utilize are reaction characterization in a plug flow reactor, chemisorption, BET, thermogravimetric analysis, and mass spectrometry. While not required, experience with FTIR, Raman, UV-Vis, and operando spectroscopy will be valuable.
Requirements
- PhD in Chemical Engineering or related disciplines. Requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years.
- Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills (in English).
- Developing publication records in the area of heterogeneous catalysis.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in coding and computational modeling would be viewed as an advantage in the collaborative environment of the group.
- Experience with the use of laboratory scale catalyst characterization techniques, and the interpretation of that data, is highly desired along with a demonstrated publication record.
- Experience with FTIR, Raman, UV-Vis, and operando spectroscopy will be valuable.
Responsibilities
- Catalyst characterization using both conventional and advanced transient kinetic techniques, data analysis, and data interpretation at the direction of the INL mentor.
- You will be expected to learn new experimental techniques and data analysis methods that are unique to the Catalysis and Transient Kinetics group; in particular the Temporal Analysis of Products reactor.
- You must demonstrate the ability to identify and address complex problems creatively and independently.
- At the same time you will be working in collaboration with other researchers to develop new concepts and technologies and must be able to function as part of a larger team.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Ability to access and self contribute to a 401(k)
- Paid time off (personal leave)
- Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
- Comprehensive Relocation Package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
