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Materials Science and Engineering Postdoctoral Researcher in Field-Assisted Sintering and Materials for Harsh Environments Idaho National Laboratory in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Mechanical Engineering
Funding
This is a full-time postdoctoral research position with an annual salary of $105,144. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, paid personal leave, relocation support, and access to a 401(k) self-contribution option for postdoctoral positions. An employee education program may provide tuition assistance for eligible positions. The position is subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing. Idaho National Laboratory will not sponsor H-1B visas obtained outside th
Deadline
Nov 23, 2026
Country
United States
University
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Idaho National Laboratory is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to join its Materials Performance team in the Materials and Manufacturing Department within the Energy, Environment Science & Technology Directorate. Based at the Idaho Falls facility, the researcher will work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary national-laboratory environment focused on materials that operate in nominal to harsh conditions, including challenging temperature, pressure, ionic concentration, and pH environments.
The project spans materials science and engineering, materials performance and characterization, process-informed science, materials and component design, engineering, and assessment. A central focus is integrating modeling and simulation with the development and evaluation of materials. The work may also involve high-strength, lightweight macro- to nanocrystalline metal alloys and manufacturing process development.
The researcher will conduct experimental and computational investigations of materials, including analysis of sintering behavior and the mechanisms governing material formation. They will use advanced characterization methods such as scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and mechanical testing to interpret material structure, properties, and performance.
The role includes collaboration with INL researchers, engineers, and external partners to advance field-assisted sintering for materials intended for harsh environments. The researcher will contribute to project activities, research proposals, technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, and scientific conference presentations, while supporting materials science and engineering programs with compressed project timelines.
Research will be carried out within INL’s applied research setting, which connects materials engineering, manufacturing, characterization, computational analysis, and energy and national-security applications.
Funding details
This is a full-time postdoctoral research position with an annual salary of $105,144. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, paid personal leave, relocation support, and access to a 401(k) self-contribution option for postdoctoral positions. An employee education program may provide tuition assistance for eligible positions. The position is subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing. Idaho National Laboratory will not sponsor H-1B visas obtained outside th
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, completed by the appointment start date and within the previous five years. US citizenship is required because the position requires obtaining and maintaining a Department of Energy Q clearance. Candidates need hands-on experimental research experience, proficiency with advanced computational and analytical software, strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, familiarity with advanced characterization tools and techniques, and a demonstrated publication record in high-impact scientific journals. Applicants must provide a resume and answer all application questions.
How to apply
Apply through the INL careers portal using the “Apply Now” button. Submit a resume and answer all questions on the application screens; incomplete applications may be deemed ineligible.
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