George Washington University
2 weeks ago
Postdoctoral Fellow in Advanced Calibration Methods for Critical Minerals and Materials George Washington University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Full funding availableCountry
United States
University
George Washington University

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George Washington University is advertising a Post-Doctoral Fellow / Post-Doctoral Research Associate position in Advanced Calibration Methods for Critical Minerals and Materials through the NIST Professional Research Experience (PREP) program.
The project is based at the NIST Charleston, South Carolina laboratory and focuses on critical minerals, materials science, chemistry, and chemical engineering. The successful candidate will develop solid and solution sampling calibration methods using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), laser ablation (LA), and related techniques to characterize elemental composition in complex material streams such as battery black mass and electronic scrap.
Core responsibilities include method development for LA and solution-based ICP-MS calibration, sample preparation and microwave-assisted acid digestion, experimental design, instrumental analysis, data interpretation, and preparation of peer-reviewed publications and technical reports. The role also emphasizes laboratory safety, hazardous chemical handling, and maintaining low-contamination clean sample protocols.
Eligibility highlights: applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. Required experience includes acid digestions and trace element quantification; familiarity with plasma source mass spectrometry and LA-ICP-MS is desirable. Strong communication skills, first-author publications, and experience working in multidisciplinary teams are expected. Candidates must be eligible for a Department of Commerce background check for facility access.
Application: the posting directs applicants to the “Apply Here” link on the GW Engineering page. No deadline is stated in the text provided.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
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