Oak Ridge National Laboratory
5 days ago
Postdoc in Synthesis and (Radio)Chemical Separations for Metal Ion Chelation Oak Ridge National Laboratory in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Postdoctoral appointment up to 24 months with potential extension, subject to performance and availability of funding. ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits; no stipend amount is stated.
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United States
University
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
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Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate in synthesis and (radio)chemical separations within the Chemical Separations Group, Chemical Sciences Division, Physical Sciences Directorate.
The project focuses on organic synthesis, coordination chemistry, radiochemistry, and chemical separations for the development of new molecules that chelate and separate metal ions relevant to isotope production and energy. Research topics include selective binding of rare earth elements, alkaline earth elements, and anions, plus application of these chelators in solid-liquid and liquid-liquid separation schemes.
The postdoc will work with a multidisciplinary team spanning organic and inorganic synthesis, thermodynamics, laser spectroscopy, materials characterization, computational chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. The lab environment includes advanced instrumentation such as ICP-MS, single-crystal X-ray diffraction, potentiometric titrators, UV-vis and NMR spectroscopy, HPLC, and radiochemistry facilities for alpha, beta, and gamma-emitting isotopes.
Eligibility highlights: a PhD in chemistry or a related discipline completed within the last five years; degree requirements must be finished before the appointment starts. Preferred experience includes multi-step synthesis of chelators or other organic molecules on gram scale, purification and characterization methods, and radiochemistry experience. Strong communication skills, independence, and the ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment are emphasized.
Funding and appointment: the appointment is up to 24 months with possible extension, depending on performance and funding availability. ORNL states that it offers competitive pay and benefits, but no specific stipend amount is listed.
How to apply: submit an application through the ORNL jobs portal and provide three letters of reference. References may be uploaded directly or emailed to [email protected] with the position title and number in the subject line. The posting notes the position is available immediately and will remain open for a minimum of 5 days before closing when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
Funding details
Postdoctoral appointment up to 24 months with potential extension, subject to performance and availability of funding. ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits; no stipend amount is stated.
What's required
PhD in chemistry or a related discipline completed within the last five years; degree requirements must be completed before starting. Preferred: strong background in multi-step synthesis of chelators or other organic molecules on gram scale, isolation/purification techniques such as column chromatography and crystallization, characterization by NMR, UV-vis, FT-IR, mass spectrometry, HPLC, and related methods; radiochemistry experience preferred; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and collaborate in a fast-paced research environment. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain required federal security credentials and background checks.
How to apply
Apply through the ORNL jobs portal. Submit your application materials and include three letters of reference; they may be uploaded directly or emailed to [email protected] with the position title and number in the subject line.
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