Glenn T. Seaborg Distinguished Postdoctoral Research Associate

Company: Battelle Energy Alliance
Location: Idaho Falls
Posted on: February 18, 2021

Job Description:

DescriptionGlenn T. Seaborg Distinguished Postdoctoral AssociateThe Glenn T. Seaborg Distinguished Postdoctoral (GTSI-INL) program is designed to nurture early career Ph.D. scientists and engineers with the focus being specifically on the actinide elements in support of nuclear energy, nuclear fuel cycle, waste treatment, and proliferation topics. This is an annual call posting, which means this is the only time this year that the posting will be open for applications. The interview and selection process will take place during Spring 2021 with selections announced in Summer 2021. Multiple selections may be made with positions scheduled to start Fall 2021. Ideal candidates will have exceptional talent, scientific track records, and have potential to become impact players in the field of actinide studies.The preferred candidates will have experience and interest in solid state chemistry, nuclear physics, solution chemistry, materials science, radiation chemistry, and other related fields applied to actinides.The Glenn T. Seaborg Distinguished Postdoctoral appointment provides up to two years of research support to the selected candidate with a possible one year extension.The mission of the GTSI-INL is to develop the candidate to the place that a long term career relationship may be possible following a successful appointment.QualificationsDistinguished Postdoctoral Program Opportunity:Opportunity to develop and build independent research while helping advance INL, Department of Energy, and national agendas for energy and security. Access to cutting edge instrumentation and facilities.Mentors include top INL researchers and leaders.A prestigious and competitively compensated position.Candidate RequirementsMinimum requirements for candidate.Attained a doctorate degree in science or engineering.Completed Ph.D prior to distinguished postdoctoral appointment and within the previous five years.Demonstrated leadership and favorable recommendations.Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills (in English) and the ability to work independently, creatively, and as part of a team.Application ProcessPlease submit the following materials to the online job posting:Letter of Interest that details long-term professional goals and development goals that include descriptions of strengths and disciplinary areas for research. Current Curriculum Vitae.Two letters of recommendation.Qestions Contact: Overview:Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is changing the world's energy future and securing our infrastructure! Join us - innovate the future!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 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.Other Information:When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.Benefits, Salary, and Relocation:We have an extremely competitive salary structure, robust relocation package, and phenomenal benefits. For more information, please visit:Location:United StatesJob:PostdocOrganization:Laboratory Director (A0xx)Schedule:Full-timeEmployee Status:RegularJob Posting:Jan 11, 2021, 11:08:53 PMUnposting Date:Apr 19, 2021, 5:59:00 AM

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