Postdoctoral Research Associate- Physical Metallurgist

Oak Ridge National Laboratory • Oak Ridge, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Physical Metallurgist who will focus on processing structure property relationships in structural materials. This position resides in the Materials for Advanced Manufacturing GROUP in the Materials Structure and Processing Science Section, Materials Science & Technology Division, Physical Sciences Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Requirements

• PhD in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field completed within the last 5 years.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Background and expertise in physical metallurgy, phase transformation, and characterization of Fe-, Ni-, and Ti- based alloys.
• Preferred hands-on experience and expertise in advanced characterization methods such as scanning electron microscopy with focused ion beam (SEM-FIB), transmission Kikuchi diffraction (TKD), scanning transmission election microscopy (STEM/TEM), electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS), atom probe tomography (APT), X-ray diffraction (XRD)
• Excellent record of productive and creative research as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Understand phase transformation and physical metallurgy of various ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
• Metallography and characterization of parts as well as components manufactured via additive and conventional manufacturing techniques.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary research environment consisting of computational scientists, experimentalists, and engineers conducting basic and applied research in support of the Laboratory’s missions.
• Support senior staff in the development and execution of projects that provide valued and timely deliverables to various stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements per ORNL’s Standards-Based Management System (SBMS).
• Maintain strong dedication to the implementation and perpetuation of institution values and ethics.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Benefits

• medical and retirement plans
• flexible work hours
• on-site fitness
• banking
• cafeteria facilities
• 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
• Employee Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree