Argonne National Laboratory
Postdoctoral Researcher – MSR Fuel Cycle
Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, Illinois, United States, 60439
Overview
Postdoctoral Researcher – MSR Fuel Cycle role at Argonne National Laboratory. The Chemical and Fuel Cycle Technologies division seeks a Postdoctoral Appointee to contribute to multidisciplinary work on molten salt reactor (MSR) fuel cycles, including synthesis of fuel materials and recycling of used MSR salts. The candidate will develop and optimize process chemistries to synthesize chloride and fluoride species, recover metals and oxides from molten salts, evaluate product purity and morphology, and advance understanding of reaction kinetics and mechanisms. Responsibilities
Apply engineering principles to develop molten salt synthesis and separations processes to support fuel cycle science and technology. Develop and test new electrodes for use in molten salt environments. Analyze products for impurity content using techniques such as XRD and SEM-EDS to ensure sponsor requirements are met. Communicate effectively with supervisors, peers, and Laboratory management through status updates, technical reports, project presentations, and other regular channels. Develop innovative research directions to advance molten salt science. Qualifications
Recent (within the last five years) or soon-to-be completed Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field with zero to three years of experience or equivalent. Knowledge and experience with analytical techniques such as XRD and SEM. Skill in devising and performing experiments to acquire data, using and maintaining research equipment, compiling, evaluating, and reporting test results. Problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify technical challenges, develop innovative solutions, and implement practical strategies. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Experience with molten salt systems, actinide chemistry, or electrochemistry is desired, but not mandatory. Experience working safely with hazardous materials in engineering controls such as gloveboxes or hoods is desired, but not mandatory. Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. Other: To perform the essential functions of this position, successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract. Illegal drug testing as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 and a background investigation will be required prior to employment. Employment Details
Job Family: Postdoctoral Job Profile: Postdoctoral Appointee Worker Type: Long-Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Expected hiring range: $70,758.00-$117,925.00 Please note that pay range information is a general guideline. The pay offered will be determined based on factors such as scope and responsibilities, qualifications, internal equity, and external market conditions. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. As an equal employment opportunity employer, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages applications from all qualified individuals and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. Certain restrictions related to Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities may apply and will be reviewed by Argonne’s Legal Department. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes criminal history assessment and may require government access authorization.
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Postdoctoral Researcher – MSR Fuel Cycle role at Argonne National Laboratory. The Chemical and Fuel Cycle Technologies division seeks a Postdoctoral Appointee to contribute to multidisciplinary work on molten salt reactor (MSR) fuel cycles, including synthesis of fuel materials and recycling of used MSR salts. The candidate will develop and optimize process chemistries to synthesize chloride and fluoride species, recover metals and oxides from molten salts, evaluate product purity and morphology, and advance understanding of reaction kinetics and mechanisms. Responsibilities
Apply engineering principles to develop molten salt synthesis and separations processes to support fuel cycle science and technology. Develop and test new electrodes for use in molten salt environments. Analyze products for impurity content using techniques such as XRD and SEM-EDS to ensure sponsor requirements are met. Communicate effectively with supervisors, peers, and Laboratory management through status updates, technical reports, project presentations, and other regular channels. Develop innovative research directions to advance molten salt science. Qualifications
Recent (within the last five years) or soon-to-be completed Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field with zero to three years of experience or equivalent. Knowledge and experience with analytical techniques such as XRD and SEM. Skill in devising and performing experiments to acquire data, using and maintaining research equipment, compiling, evaluating, and reporting test results. Problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify technical challenges, develop innovative solutions, and implement practical strategies. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Experience with molten salt systems, actinide chemistry, or electrochemistry is desired, but not mandatory. Experience working safely with hazardous materials in engineering controls such as gloveboxes or hoods is desired, but not mandatory. Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. Other: To perform the essential functions of this position, successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract. Illegal drug testing as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 and a background investigation will be required prior to employment. Employment Details
Job Family: Postdoctoral Job Profile: Postdoctoral Appointee Worker Type: Long-Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Expected hiring range: $70,758.00-$117,925.00 Please note that pay range information is a general guideline. The pay offered will be determined based on factors such as scope and responsibilities, qualifications, internal equity, and external market conditions. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. As an equal employment opportunity employer, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages applications from all qualified individuals and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. Certain restrictions related to Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities may apply and will be reviewed by Argonne’s Legal Department. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes criminal history assessment and may require government access authorization.
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