Argonne National Laboratory
Postdoctoral Appointee – Synchrotron Characterization for Critical Materials
Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, Illinois, United States, 60439
Overview
Postdoctoral Appointee – Synchrotron Characterization for Critical Materials. We are seeking a highly motivated and flexible postdoctoral researcher to join the Applied Materials Division (AMD) at Argonne National Laboratory to develop advanced methods for in situ and operando characterization using the Advanced Photon Source (APS). This work supports critical material recovery and battery recycling initiatives and will primarily be in collaboration with METALLIC (Minerals to Materials Supply Chain Research Facility) and the ReCell Advanced Battery Recycling Center. The role will involve designing, implementing, and demonstrating synchrotron-based techniques to inform process development, expediting the development of critical material recovery and battery recycling strategies. Responsibilities
Drive development of in situ and operando characterization methods at APS to support critical material recovery and battery recycling initiatives. Collaborate with METALLIC and the ReCell Advanced Battery Recycling Center to design, implement, and demonstrate synchrotron-based techniques for material synthesis, manufacturing, and recovery projects. Apply three-dimensional imaging (microtomography and nanotransmission X-ray microscopy), diffraction, and spectroscopy techniques to investigate materials and processes. Develop and/or build custom experimental apparatus beyond standard commercial tools for compatibility with synchrotron techniques. Contribute to related projects, including material synthesis and separation processes, as needed. Qualifications
Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (typically within last 0–5 years) in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, computational science, materials science, or related field. Background in synchrotron characterization techniques. Experience collecting and analyzing large multimodal datasets (e.g., TXM with XANES). Experience developing and/or performing in situ and operando characterization experiments. Demonstrated success applying for and conducting synchrotron beamtime. Strong written and oral communication skills at all levels of the organization. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Flexibility to engage across multiple projects and research applications. Preferred: experience in Li-ion batteries, materials characterization, critical materials, recycling, mineral processing, and separations. Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork. This position requires on-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois five days per week. Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in programming (e.g., Python) for advanced data analysis, machine learning, and computer vision to accelerate insights from complex multimodal datasets. Job Details
Job Family: Postdoctoral Job Profile: Postdoctoral Appointee Worker Type: Long-Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Compensation and Benefits
The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00–$117,925.00. Pay offers are determined based on factors such as scope, responsibilities, qualifications, and market conditions. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. Click here to view Argonne employee benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity
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 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. Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department. All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized basis. Positions may require obtaining a government access authorization, which involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such authorization could result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.
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Postdoctoral Appointee – Synchrotron Characterization for Critical Materials. We are seeking a highly motivated and flexible postdoctoral researcher to join the Applied Materials Division (AMD) at Argonne National Laboratory to develop advanced methods for in situ and operando characterization using the Advanced Photon Source (APS). This work supports critical material recovery and battery recycling initiatives and will primarily be in collaboration with METALLIC (Minerals to Materials Supply Chain Research Facility) and the ReCell Advanced Battery Recycling Center. The role will involve designing, implementing, and demonstrating synchrotron-based techniques to inform process development, expediting the development of critical material recovery and battery recycling strategies. Responsibilities
Drive development of in situ and operando characterization methods at APS to support critical material recovery and battery recycling initiatives. Collaborate with METALLIC and the ReCell Advanced Battery Recycling Center to design, implement, and demonstrate synchrotron-based techniques for material synthesis, manufacturing, and recovery projects. Apply three-dimensional imaging (microtomography and nanotransmission X-ray microscopy), diffraction, and spectroscopy techniques to investigate materials and processes. Develop and/or build custom experimental apparatus beyond standard commercial tools for compatibility with synchrotron techniques. Contribute to related projects, including material synthesis and separation processes, as needed. Qualifications
Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (typically within last 0–5 years) in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, computational science, materials science, or related field. Background in synchrotron characterization techniques. Experience collecting and analyzing large multimodal datasets (e.g., TXM with XANES). Experience developing and/or performing in situ and operando characterization experiments. Demonstrated success applying for and conducting synchrotron beamtime. Strong written and oral communication skills at all levels of the organization. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Flexibility to engage across multiple projects and research applications. Preferred: experience in Li-ion batteries, materials characterization, critical materials, recycling, mineral processing, and separations. Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork. This position requires on-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois five days per week. Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in programming (e.g., Python) for advanced data analysis, machine learning, and computer vision to accelerate insights from complex multimodal datasets. Job Details
Job Family: Postdoctoral Job Profile: Postdoctoral Appointee Worker Type: Long-Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Compensation and Benefits
The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00–$117,925.00. Pay offers are determined based on factors such as scope, responsibilities, qualifications, and market conditions. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. Click here to view Argonne employee benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity
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 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. Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department. All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized basis. Positions may require obtaining a government access authorization, which involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such authorization could result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.
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