<p></p><p>Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position focused on the fabrication and characterization of membranes derived from layered materials. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to advanced research in ion transport and separations, with an emphasis on structural and chemical characterization techniques to assess ion permeability and ion-ion selectivity.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>Design and fabricate membranes using a variety of layered materials</p></li><li><p>Perform detailed structural and chemical characterization to evaluate membrane properties</p></li><li><p>Utilize techniques such as SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, and FTIR to study membrane structure and composition</p></li><li><p>Analyze experimental data, maintain thorough documentation of research activities and results</p></li><li><p>Disseminate findings through scientific publications, conferences, and internal reports</p></li><li><p>Provide mentorship and guidance to graduate and undergraduate researchers involved in related projects</p></li></ul><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Position Requirements</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in field of chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related field</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience in membrane fabrication and characterization</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in structural and chemical analysis methods (e.g., SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, FTIR)</p></li><li><p>Strong background in laboratory practices and data analysis</p></li><li><p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment</p></li></ul><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Job Family</b></p>Postdoctoral<p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Job Profile</b></p>Postdoctoral Appointee<p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Worker Type</b></p>Long-Term (Fixed Term)<p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Time Type</b></p>Full time<p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><h3></h3>The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00.<h3></h3><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span><span>Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. </span></span></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;">Click <a href="https://www.anl.gov/hr/healthcare-insurance"><span>here</span></a> to view Argonne employee benefits!</p><h3></h3><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p><span>As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left;">Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.  </p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;">All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis.  Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements.  Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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Postdoctoral Researcher – Membranes from Layered Materials for Ion Separations

<p></p><p>Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position focused on the fabrication and characterization of membranes derived from layered materials. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to advanced research in ion transport and separations, with an emphasis on structural and chemical characterization techniques to assess ion permeability and ion-ion selectivity.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>Design and fabricate membranes using a variety of layered materials</p></li><li><p>Perform detailed structural and chemical characterization to evaluate membrane properties</p></li><li><p>Utilize techniques such as SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, and FTIR to study membrane structure and composition</p></li><li><p>Analyze experimental data, maintain thorough documentation of research activities and results</p></li><li><p>Disseminate findings through scientific publications, conferences, and internal reports</p></li><li><p>Provide mentorship and guidance to graduate and undergraduate researchers involved in related projects</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Position Requirements</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in field of chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related field</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience in membrane fabrication and characterization</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in structural and chemical analysis methods (e.g., SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, FTIR)</p></li><li><p>Strong background in laboratory practices and data analysis</p></li><li><p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Job Family</b></p>Postdoctoral<p></p><p></p><p><b>Job Profile</b></p>Postdoctoral Appointee<p></p><p></p><p><b>Worker Type</b></p>Long-Term (Fixed Term)<p></p><p></p><p><b>Time Type</b></p>Full time<p></p><p></p><h3></h3>The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00.<h3></h3><p></p><p><span><span>Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. </span></span></p><p></p><p>Click <a href="https://www.anl.gov/hr/healthcare-insurance"><span>here</span></a> to view Argonne employee benefits!</p><h3></h3><p></p><p><span>As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.</span></p><p></p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department. &nbsp;</p><p></p><p>All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. &nbsp;Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. &nbsp;Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Postdoctoral Researcher – Membranes from Layered Materials for Ion Separations

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