Distinguished Postdoctoral Research Associate

About the role

For more than 75 years, Idaho National Laboratory (INL) scientists and engineers have helped solve some of the nation’s most pressing energy, environment and national security challenges. INL is seeking candidates for Distinguished Postdoctoral Research Associates. These appointments are awarded to early career engineers and scientists who will help INL to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure. Candidates must have exceptional scientific records and potential for significant future achievements. Candidates come from a wide variety of fields, including but not limited to: engineering; chemistry; physics; materials science; computer science; mathematics; cybersecurity; statistics; economics; data science and political science.

Responsibilities

Distinguished Postdoctoral Research Associates split their time between INL mission-critical work and an independent research project they develop together with their INL sponsor. The project must be in the forefront areas of science, engineering, and technology relevant to INL’s vision to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure. The project can be basic research, applied research, or experimental development. Applicants are encouraged to work with INL researchers in the development and refinement of this proposal.

Requirements

• Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. before their postdoctoral appointment begins and no more than 5 years prior to starting the position.
• Applicants must have a record of impact and research excellence, demonstrated through concrete metrics such as journal publications and/or peer-reviewed conferences.
• Applicants must develop an independent research proposal that supports the INL mission and takes advantage of the institution’s unique capabilities.
• Applicants must be sponsored by an INL researcher who must provide a letter of recommendation.

Qualifications

• Required: Applicants must have a Ph.D. before their postdoctoral appointment begins and no more than 5 years prior to starting the position.
• Preferred: Applicants must have a record of impact and research excellence, demonstrated through concrete metrics such as journal publications and/or peer-reviewed conferences.
• Preferred: Applicants must develop an independent research proposal that supports the INL mission and takes advantage of the institution’s unique capabilities.
• Preferred: Applicants must be sponsored by an INL researcher who must provide a letter of recommendation.

Skills

• Strong scientific background and research experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of relevant scientific fields and technologies.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
Paid time off (personal leave)
Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
Comprehensive Relocation Package

Pay

$119,088.00 Annually

Schedule

Our team works a 9x80 or 4x10 schedule (organization dependent) located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every (4x10) or every other (9x80) Friday off.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, stooping, bending.
• Manipulate tools and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasional lifting and moving up to 25 pounds.

Job Information

Our team works a 9x80 or 4x10 schedule (organization dependent) located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every (4x10) or every other (9x80) Friday off.

About Us

Idaho National Laboratory (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 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

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.