Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemistry

Brookhaven National Laboratory•Upton, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will perform the characterization of well-defined metal, oxide and oxide/metal surfaces using scanning tunneling microscopy (STM). The studies will be an essential part in a project aimed at catalyst characterization and mechanistic studies linked to C1 chemistry CO2 hydrogenation and methane activation and conversion on model catalysts that is funded by the US Department of Energy. The studies will be carried out using a combination of a variable temperature ultra-high vacuum STM and a STM which can be operated under moderate pressures (up to 100 Torr) and temperatures. Parallel to the STM studies, we will be investigating the surface chemistry of C1 processes using infrared spectroscopy and ambient-pressure x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (in lab and synchrotron based).

Requirements

PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering or physics or related fields.
Extensive experience in the use of different types of scanning tunneling microscopes and their use in surface science.
Demonstrated commitment to working safely, acting ethically, and taking personal accountability for operational excellence.
Must have completed all degree requirements by the commencement of employment.
Eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post-doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life-changing events.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Uncleared Personal Identity Verification (UPIV) credential.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in the use of spectroscopy techniques such as x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and x-ray absorption spectroscopy.
Experience doing research at synchrotron facilities.

Responsibilities

Perform the characterization of well-defined metal, oxide and oxide/metal surfaces using scanning tunneling microscopy (STM).
Conduct studies aimed at catalyst characterization and mechanistic studies linked to C1 chemistry CO2 hydrogenation and methane activation and conversion on model catalysts.
Utilize a combination of a variable temperature ultra-high vacuum STM and a STM which can be operated under moderate pressures (up to 100 Torr) and temperatures.
Investigate the surface chemistry of C1 processes using infrared spectroscopy and ambient-pressure x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (in lab and synchrotron based).