Chemical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Associate

Minimum Requirements: 

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or other related Physical Sciences fields. 
• PhD requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years. 
• Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills in English.
• Proven technical and interpersonal communication skills as evidenced by a growing publication. 
• A developing publication record in the field of required expertise.
• Hands-on Experimental or modeling experience with one or more of the separations techniques (ie. membranes, solvent extraction, ion exchange, chromatography, crystallization, Solvometallurgy, electrochemistry, or electrophoretics).
• Demonstrated record of working safely in chemistry laboratories (for hands-on researchers).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Strong motivation and ability to work independently.
• Organizational skills, ability to plan and organize one’s schedule to accomplish experiment activities in order to meet assignments and program milestones.

Preferred Experience: 

• Familiarity and experience in lanthanide and/or actinide chemistry, electrochemistry, spectroscopy, or separations methodologies
• Or, familiarity and experience in electrochemistry, amperometry, impedance spectroscopy, coulometry, voltammetry, electrorefining,
• Or, familiarity and experience in electrophoresis, or magnetic separations for metals,
• Or, familiarity and experience in chromatographic separations including gas/liquid/supercritical fluid, or ion exchange for metals separation,
• Or, familiarity and experience in solvent extraction, hydrometallurgy, solvometallurgy, ligand synthesis, MOF’s, COF’s, ionic liquids, or absorbents for metals separation, 
• Skills in analytical chemistry for detection/analysis of metals is strongly desired, especially where processing of environmental media and similar matrices are of concern.  Skills in environmental substrate deconvolution, dissolution, or use of fusion salts is strongly desired.

Job Information: 

• The target salary for this position is $101,196.00 Annually. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment. 

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Access and ability to self-contribute to 401(k)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

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Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

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