Location: Lemont, Illinois (on-site, full-time)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (Fixed Term)
Hiring Range: $70,758 – $117,925 (depends on qualifications and responsibilities)
Application Contact: careers@anl.gov | +1 630-252-2336
Position Overview
The division seeks postdoctoral researchers to join a multidisciplinary team developing molten salt-based chemical and electrochemical processes for applications including electrometallurgy, advanced nuclear systems, and chemical production. The appointee will develop a fundamental understanding of reaction mechanisms in molten salts, design and implement advanced flow systems and sensors, and apply chemical/electrochemical insights to process optimization and scale-up.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform experiments with multimodal sensors to advance understanding of molten salt chemistry and electrochemistry.
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Develop novel process monitoring and control technologies for molten salt and liquid metal systems.
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Design advanced molten salt flow systems for accelerated material processing.
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Develop and test new materials and cell configurations for improved performance.
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Analyze reaction pathways and kinetics for molten salt systems.
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Communicate findings through technical reports, presentations, and publications.
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Contribute to proposals and technical ideas to advance molten salt applications.
Required Qualifications
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Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
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0–5 years post-Ph.D. experience or equivalent research experience.
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Ability to devise and perform experiments, use and maintain laboratory equipment, and interpret data.
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Knowledge of chemical/material processing principles and electrochemistry.
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Skilled in using computers for experiment design, control, and data analysis.
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Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
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Must model Argonne Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork.
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Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with federal regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with hazardous materials in controlled environments (e.g., gloveboxes).
Benefits
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Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid leave.
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Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research in energy, nuclear systems, and chemical processing.
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Career development in a world-class multidisciplinary scientific environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Argonne National Laboratory is committed to:
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A safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace.
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Nondiscrimination and consideration of all qualified applicants.
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Compliance with DOE regulations regarding foreign government participation.
Additional Information
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Employment is contingent upon background check and, if required, government access authorization.
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For accommodations or application support, contact careers@anl.gov.