Glenn T. Seaborg Distinguished Postdoctoral Research Associate

Minimum Requirements: 

• A Ph.D. in the physical sciences, engineering, mathematics, or comparable discipline.
• Completed Ph.D. prior to distinguished postdoctoral appointment and within the previous five years.
• Demonstrated leadership and potential for independent research.
• Demonstrated oral and written scientific communication skills in English.
• Applicants are encouraged to establish one or more research contacts at INL to support their application.

Application Process:

Please submit the following with your online application:

• Letter of interest including:
  • Long-term professional goals
  • Dates of availability
  • Development goals that include descriptions of disciplinary strengths and disciplinary areas in which candidate desires continued research
  • Maximum length: Two pages in letter format (U.S. 8.5 x 11, single sided)
• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume
• Unofficial transcripts
• Bibliography of publications, preprints, and significant presentations (if not already listed in CV)
• One peer reviewed publication preprint or reprint of candidate's choice
• Abstract of Doctoral Dissertation
• Proposed Short Research Plan including:
  • Research to be addressed
  • Conjectures or hypotheses to be tested
  • Proposed methods of investigation
  • Guiding relevant theoretical frameworks
  • Research schedule
  • Major equipment needs and other necessary resources
  • Proposed conferences and journal publications
  • Maximum length: Two pages (U.S. 8.5 x 11, single sided)
• Three letters of recommendation (One recommendation preferred from Ph.D. advisor)
• One or more research contacts at INL if possible.

Applicants must submit all required materials through www.inl.gov/careers

Applications that do not follow all submission instructions may be deemed ineligible.

Finalists may be asked to provide additional information.

Job Information: 

• The target salary for this position is $109,752 Annually. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• 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
• 401(k) Contribution
• 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 5,800 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.

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. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

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