Argonne National Laboratory
Postdoctoral Appointee – Catalysis and Metal-Organic Frameworks Research
Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, Illinois, United States, 60439
Postdoctoral Appointee – Catalysis and Metal-Organic Frameworks Research
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Argonne National Laboratory Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division at Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for a Postdoctoral Appointee position. The successful candidate will conduct research, under mentorship, on supported inorganic and organometallic catalysts for small molecule activation as part of the EFRC Catalyst Design for Decarbonization Center (CD4DC) initiative.
Key Responsibilities
Design, synthesize, and characterize metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for catalytic applications Evaluate catalytic activity for hydrocarbon conversion and hydrogen (H2) storage in liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHCs) Perform detailed studies to understand reaction mechanisms, determine reaction kinetics, and measure the heat of adsorption of LOHCs in porous materials Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the EFRC center Present research findings in reports, peer-reviewed publications, and at scientific conferences
Position Requirements
Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in field of organic, organometallic, or inorganic chemistry Expertise in the synthesis and characterization of MOFs and air-sensitive transition metal complexes Experience in conducting kinetic and mechanistic studies of catalytic systems Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork Familiarity with ligand design, MOF synthesis, and analytical techniques such as: Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy Infrared (IR) and Raman Spectroscopy Powder X-Ray Diffraction (PXRD)
Preferred Skills
Demonstrated ability to independently design and execute experiments Proficiency in analyzing reaction mechanisms and kinetics Experience with air-sensitive materials and advanced characterization techniques
Job Family
Postdoctoral
Job Profile
Postdoctoral Appointee
Worker Type
Long-Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type
Full time
The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, 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 particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. 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 and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment. Seniority level
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Key Responsibilities
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Preferred Skills
Demonstrated ability to independently design and execute experiments Proficiency in analyzing reaction mechanisms and kinetics Experience with air-sensitive materials and advanced characterization techniques
Job Family
Postdoctoral
Job Profile
Postdoctoral Appointee
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The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00.
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