Postdoc Research Associate- Materials Scientist

The Hydrogen Isotope Science Group is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team novel materials for hydrogen isotope storage and separations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, materials science, with expertise in materials characterization, separation processes and experimental design.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate positions are fixed term assignments within the company and benefits eligible.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent research on novel materials and hydrogen isotope storage and separations
• Design and conduct experiments to test the properties of new materials
• Characterize materials using various techniques.
• Analyze experimental data and publish findings in peer reviewed journals.
• Collaborate with team members on multidisciplinary projects.
• Present research at conferences, business meetings, and workshops.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Materials Science, polymer science, Applied Physics, or related discipline.
• Strong experimental and analytical skills
• Experience in materials characterization and separation techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Works safely with particular attention to quality. Complies with all policies and standards. Maintain appropriate level government security clearance.
• Individuals must have completed all requirements for their PhD by the start of employment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, for which US Citizenship is Legally Required.

"We put science to work!"

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation's environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

*Benefits vary based upon employment status

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan:
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  • Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
  • Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
  
  
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the "About" tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.