Argonne National Laboratory

Materials Science

PostdoctoralAppointee:OrganicElectrochemist

$73–121k Lemont, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Postdoctoral Appointee: Organic Electrochemist at Argonne National Laboratory. Skills: organic chemistry, synthesis, electrochemistry, battery electrolyte materials. organic synthesis lab work. electrochemical testing and analysis of new materials”

Industry & Context.

Materials Science
Problems you'll solve

gather and analyze data; effectively report results

Eligibility Requirements

on-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois, five days per week, subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history, obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

PhD (typically completed within the last 0-5 years) in Chemistry or related field, Knowledge and hands-on experience in organic chemistry and synthesis, Knowledge and hands-on experience in electrochemistry, Knowledge and hands-on experience in batteries chemistry, Knowledge and hands-on experience in battery cell testing and performance analysis, Ability to communicate effectively and on a timely basis with the laboratory supervisory personnel on all developments or matters resulting from laboratory work activities, Ability to maintain organized notebooks and project files, Proven ability to be an excellent team player, A high commitment to safety, Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork, On-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois, five days per week

Nice to Have

Previous experience with electrochemical analysis or battery testing is strongly recommended but not required

What You'll Do.

organic synthesis lab work

electrochemical testing and analysis of new materials

design or modify laboratory procedures and protocols

develop experimental designs

run technical experiments

make detailed observations

gather and analyze data

effectively report results

develop and synthesize new organic materials

carry out and analyze results of analytical and electrochemical tests for new battery electrolyte materials

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Proven ability to be an excellent team player; model Argonne’s Core Values: Teamwork

Communication Scope

Ability to communicate effectively and on a timely basis with the laboratory supervisory personnel on all developments or matters resulting from laboratory work activities

Process & Methodology

maintain organized notebooks and project files

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