Dwight D. Eisenhower PostDoctoral Fellow

About the role

The Dwight D. Eisenhower Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed for the next generation of scientists and engineers who excel in the application of fundamental science and engineering. Candidates must demonstrate scientific productivity aligned with SRNL’s strategic goals through peer-reviewed publications. Candidates must be capable of ideating novel concepts to yield creative solutions and demonstrate that ability through the submission of a research white paper that supports the SRNL’s mission. The Postdoctoral Fellows are initial one-year appointments, with an option to renew up to three years. Publication of results from research efforts is highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• White Paper ideally will support one or more of the following research areas: AI for Environmental Cleanup, and Restoration, Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Isotopes, Grid Resilience, Nuclear Deterrence, and Fusion Fuel Innovation

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: PhD + 0-1 yrs
• Individuals must have completed all requirements for their PhD by the start of employment
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate level government security clearance for which a US citizenship status is legally required
• Preferred Qualifications
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills, data analysis skills and an ability to explore innovative scientific concepts
• Effectively communicate technical results
• Partner with internal team members
• Work safely with particular attention to quality

Compliance

Comply with all policies and standards.

About Us

We put science to work! Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Benefits

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan: Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

Contact Information

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.
For information on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Postdoctoral Fellowship please visit: Eisenhower Postdoctoral Research Fellowship - Savannah River National Laboratory.