Post Master's Student - Research Associate in Focused Ion Beam Microscopy
🔍 United States
Post Master's Student - Research Associate in Focused Ion Beam Microscopy
Location: Advanced Materials Characterization Department, Microscopy and Characterization Suite (MaCS), Idaho National Laboratory
Schedule: 9-80’s with every other Friday off
Program Duration: 1 year
Position Overview: Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a post master’s student for a one-year program designed to bridge the gap between education and career readiness. The selected candidate will work as a Research Associate in Focused Ion Beam (FIB) Microscopy, contributing to advanced materials development in support of INL's mission. MaCS provides unique microscopy services to INL, universities, and industry partners.
Responsibilities:
- Operate FIB/SEM instruments to support research and materials development programs.
- Maintain and ensure operational proficiency of microscopy instruments and detectors.
- Analyze and evaluate data from various material experiments.
- Author and contribute to peer-reviewed publications and technical reports.
- Organize and ensure efficient use of instruments.
- Collaborate with scientists and modeling experts to enhance microscopy applications.
- Assess the performance of nuclear fuels and cladding through post-irradiation examinations.
- Establish relationships with universities and develop partnerships.
- Provide guidance to junior scientists, technicians, or post-doctoral staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Research experience in a relevant field.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and Sample Preparation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a nuclear field.
- Experience in supply chain and operations management.
Program Benefits:
- Mentored environment providing post-degree work experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Accelerated knowledge transfer from retiring staff to early career individuals.
Review and Evaluation: Performance and satisfaction will be reviewed at three, six, and nine months. At the nine-month review, potential next steps will be discussed:
- Transition to a full-time role
- Pursue additional education
- Explore other opportunities
- Conclude the assignment
Job Information:
The pay range for this position is $82,152 - $88,987. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
Benefits and Relocation
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
- 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.
INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.
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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