Postdoctoral Appointee – Chemical Recycling of Polymers
About The Position
The Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division at Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to join their Polymer Upcycling Team. This role involves contributing to a collaborative research program focused on the chemical recycling of polymers and organometallic catalysis. The appointee will design, synthesize, and characterize new recyclable polymer systems, evaluate their thermomechanical properties, and investigate catalytic reaction mechanisms. This position is ideal for an early-career scientist interested in sustainable materials, catalysis, and fundamental mechanistic research.
Requirements
- Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in field of Polymer Science, Organic Chemistry, Organometallic Chemistry, or a closely related field
- Experience in scientific application knowledge and practical laboratory experience
- Demonstrated experience in the synthesis and characterization of highly air-sensitive transition metal complexes
- Experience in the synthesis of polymeric materials
- Strong understanding of kinetics and thermodynamics as they relate to catalysis
- Experience designing, conducting, and interpreting experiments to investigate catalytic reaction mechanisms
- Proficiency in written and verbal scientific communication
- Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as gel permeation chromatography (GPC), rheology, and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
- Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
Responsibilities
- Design, synthesize, and characterize new recyclable polymers
- Evaluate the thermomechanical properties of polymeric materials
- Conduct research on chemical recycling processes and organometallic catalysis
- Perform mechanistic studies using reaction kinetics analysis and related physical organic and inorganic techniques
- Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research team
- Communicate research findings clearly through written reports, presentations, and publications
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
