Postdoctoral Research Associate- Fusion Materials & Technology
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Overview (About the role): "We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher who will focus on the development and application of separation techniques and fusion materials performance assessment that have applications in multiple sectors of importance in the Department of Energy. The primary focus will be developing separation methods using mass spectrometry including microfluidics, MEMS, and mass spectrometry to study gaseous mixtures and apply such techniques in separation of hydrogen isotopes from contaminants. The postdoctoral researcher will also investigate the mechanical and thermophysical behavior of irradiated ceramics and alloys for tritium technology development using advanced experimental and computational methods. The researcher will perform characterization of model systems using techniques such as time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry (ToF-SIMS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). Experience in data reduction of big spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and image data are required. Understanding and hands-on experiences in vacuum instruments are expected. Skills and hands-on experience in nano- and micro-fabrication of MEMS and microfluidics are desirable. Hands-on experience in catalytic reactor design and performing experiments with data reduction are needed. Experience in handling different types of hydrogen isotopic samples and irradiated samples are also desirable. Preparation of composite, ceramic, and alloy samples for testing and performance assessment will be a routine function. Rad Worker training will be offered for working with irradiated materials. This position resides in the Advanced Nuclear Materials (ANM) Group in the Materials in Extremes Section, Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As part of our team, you will study complex materials, form engineering solutions, and develop new techniques to study engineered systems and develop techniques to address physical challenges in building a sustainable energy future for the nation."
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Responsibilities (Major Duties/Responsibilities): list bullet points:
- Perform experimental research to evaluate the effects of neutron irradiation on the mechanical and thermophysical properties of nuclear ceramics, composites, and related fusion materials.
- Conduct detailed microstructural and defect characterization of irradiated materials using advanced techniques such as transmission and scanning electron microscopy, SIMS, APT, and related methods.
- Set up and perform experiments involving vacuum pumps, flow meters, and microfluidic reactors to conduct experiments to study model gas mixtures containing hydrogen isotopes using mass spectrometry.
- Understand fundamental separation principles and have hands-on experience in operating advanced analytical instruments such as ToF-SIMS, SEM, or Raman.
- Perform data analysis of mass spectrometry (i.e., GC-MS, LC-MS, SIMS) and microscopy data sets and coordinate between experimental studies and theoretical simulations.
- Communicate research results through timely peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, conference presentations, and collaboration with internal ORNL teams and external partners, including contributions to proposals and project development.
- Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
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Requirements (Basic Qualifications): list:
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry (i.e., Analytical, Physical), or a related field completed within the last 5 years.
- Demonstrated skills and hands-on experiences with advanced materials characterization equipment and/or data analysis tools.
We could also include Special Requirements? Those are more like eligibility, but could be part of Requirements. However they are about PIV badge etc. Might be considered Requirements. But we need to decide. The instruction: "Use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." So we can have Requirements and Qualifications separate. Basic Qualifications -> Requirements. Preferred Qualifications -> Qualifications. Skills maybe separate but we could incorporate skills into Qualifications or Requirements. However we have a separate Skills heading; we could list skills from the text: e.g., "Experience in data reduction of big spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and image data", "Understanding and hands-on experiences in vacuum instruments", "Skills and hands-on experience in nano- and micro-fabrication of MEMS and microfluidics", "Hands-on experience in catalytic reactor design and performing experiments with data reduction", "Experience in handling different types of hydrogen isotopic samples and irradiated samples", "Preparation of composite, ceramic, and alloy samples for testing and performance assessment", "Experience with operation of ToF-SIMS, APT, SEM, TEM, and XRD instrument", "Strong background in mass spectrometry, vacuum technology, and hands-on laboratory experiences", "Strong background in modern techniques in separation, including sample preparation, handling, instrument operation, and maintenance", "Excellent written and oral communication skills", "Ability to work effectively both independently and within interdisciplinary, collaborative research teams, including mentoring students, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and adapting to evolving research and programmatic needs", "Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs". That's a lot; but we can put them under Skills as a list.
Benefits: The posting lists benefits: "ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience. Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts."
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or drop it." So we could include a short p with Date, Location, Company maybe? But they said fold minor metadata into a short p or drop it. Probably better to drop them entirely, as they are not substantive. The overview already contains location? Not needed. We'll drop Date, Location, Company, Requisition Id.
We must not include "Apply now" etc.
We must not include "Nearest Major Market: Knoxville". That's minor; drop.
We must not include "If you have difficulty using the online application system..." etc. That's application instructions; drop.
We must not include "This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days..." etc. Drop.
We must not include "Letters Of Recommendations" etc. That's application instruction; drop.
We must not include "Instructions To Upload Documents". Drop.
We must not include "About ORNL" maybe? That's somewhat boilerplate but provides info about ORNL; could be considered substantive? It's generic about ORNL; but it's not specific to the role. Might be considered boilerplate. Safer to drop.
We must not include "UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer." etc. Drop.
We must not include "ORNL is an equal opportunity employer." etc. Drop.
We must not include "Privacy Policy", etc.
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About the role
We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher who will focus on the development and application of separation techniques and fusion materials performance assessment that have applications in multiple sectors of importance in the Department of Energy. The primary focus will be developing separation methods using mass spectrometry including microfluidics, MEMS, and mass spectrometry to study gaseous mixtures and apply such techniques in separation of hydrogen isotopes from contaminants. The postdoctoral researcher will also investigate the mechanical and thermophysical behavior of irradiated ceramics and alloys for tritium technology development using advanced experimental and computational methods. The researcher will perform characterization of model systems using techniques such as time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry (ToF-SIMS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). Experience in data reduction of big spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and image data are required. Understanding and hands-on experiences in vacuum instruments are expected. Skills and hands-on experience in nano- and micro-fabrication of MEMS and microfluidics are desirable. Hands-on experience in catalytic reactor design and performing experiments with data reduction are needed. Experience in handling different types of hydrogen isotopic samples and irradiated samples are also desirable. Preparation of composite, ceramic, and alloy samples for testing and performance assessment will be a routine function. Rad Worker training will be offered for working with irradiated materials. This position resides in the Advanced Nuclear Materials (ANM) Group in the Materials in Extremes Section, Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As part of our team, you will study complex materials, form engineering solutions, and develop new techniques to study engineered systems and develop techniques to address physical challenges in building a sustainable energy future for the nation.
Responsibilities
- Perform experimental research to evaluate the effects of neutron irradiation on the mechanical and thermophysical properties of nuclear ceramics, composites, and related fusion materials.
- Conduct detailed microstructural and defect characterization of irradiated materials using advanced techniques such as transmission and scanning electron microscopy, SIMS, APT, and related methods.
- Set up and perform experiments involving vacuum pumps, flow meters, and microfluidic reactors to conduct experiments to study model gas mixtures containing hydrogen isotopes using mass spectrometry.
- Understand fundamental separation principles and have hands-on experience in operating advanced analytical instruments such as ToF-SIMS, SEM, or Raman.
- Perform data analysis of mass spectrometry (i.e., GC-MS, LC-MS, SIMS) and microscopy data sets and coordinate between experimental studies and theoretical simulations.
- Communicate research results through timely peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, conference presentations, and collaboration with internal ORNL teams and external partners, including contributions to proposals and project development.
- Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service
for prose. We need to preserve all substantive information. Let's extract. Overview (About the role): "We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher who will focus on the development and application of separation techniques and fusion materials performance assessment that have applications in multiple sectors of importance in the Department of Energy. The primary focus will be developing separation methods using mass spectrometry including microfluidics, MEMS, and mass spectrometry to study gaseous mixtures and apply such techniques in separation of hydrogen isotopes from contaminants. The postdoctoral researcher will also investigate the mechanical and thermophysical behavior of irradiated ceramics and alloys for tritium technology development using advanced experimental and computational methods. The researcher will perform characterization of model systems using techniques such as time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry (ToF-SIMS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). Experience in data reduction of big spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and image data are required. Understanding and hands-on experiences in vacuum instruments are expected. Skills and hands-on experience in nano- and micro-fabrication of MEMS and microfluidics are desirable. Hands-on experience in catalytic reactor design and performing experiments with data reduction are needed. Experience in handling different types of hydrogen isotopic samples and irradiated samples are also desirable. Preparation of composite, ceramic, and alloy samples for testing and performance assessment will be a routine function. Rad Worker training will be offered for working with irradiated materials. This position resides in the Advanced Nuclear Materials (ANM) Group in the Materials in Extremes Section, Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As part of our team, you will study complex materials, form engineering solutions, and develop new techniques to study engineered systems and develop techniques to address physical challenges in building a sustainable energy future for the nation." That's a lot; we can keep as prose. Responsibilities (Major Duties/Responsibilities): list bullet points: - Perform experimental research to evaluate the effects of neutron irradiation on the mechanical and thermophysical properties of nuclear ceramics, composites, and related fusion materials. - Conduct detailed microstructural and defect characterization of irradiated materials using advanced techniques such as transmission and scanning electron microscopy, SIMS, APT, and related methods. - Set up and perform experiments involving vacuum pumps, flow meters, and microfluidic reactors to conduct experiments to study model gas mixtures containing hydrogen isotopes using mass spectrometry. - Understand fundamental separation principles and have hands-on experience in operating advanced analytical instruments such as ToF-SIMS, SEM, or Raman. - Perform data analysis of mass spectrometry (i.e., GC-MS, LC-MS, SIMS) and microscopy data sets and coordinate between experimental studies and theoretical simulations. - Communicate research results through timely peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, conference presentations, and collaboration with internal ORNL teams and external partners, including contributions to proposals and project development. - Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success. We should keep all. Requirements (Basic Qualifications): list: - PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry (i.e., Analytical, Physical), or a related field completed within the last 5 years. - Demonstrated skills and hands-on experiences with advanced materials characterization equipment and/or data analysis tools. We could also include Special Requirements? Those are more like eligibility, but could be part of Requirements. However they are about PIV badge etc. Might be considered Requirements. But we need to decide. The instruction: "Use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." So we can have Requirements and Qualifications separate. Basic Qualifications -> Requirements. Preferred Qualifications -> Qualifications. Skills maybe separate but we could incorporate skills into Qualifications or Requirements. However we have a separate Skills heading; we could list skills from the text: e.g., "Experience in data reduction of big spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and image data", "Understanding and hands-on experiences in vacuum instruments", "Skills and hands-on experience in nano- and micro-fabrication of MEMS and microfluidics", "Hands-on experience in catalytic reactor design and performing experiments with data reduction", "Experience in handling different types of hydrogen isotopic samples and irradiated samples", "Preparation of composite, ceramic, and alloy samples for testing and performance assessment", "Experience with operation of ToF-SIMS, APT, SEM, TEM, and XRD instrument", "Strong background in mass spectrometry, vacuum technology, and hands-on laboratory experiences", "Strong background in modern techniques in separation, including sample preparation, handling, instrument operation, and maintenance", "Excellent written and oral communication skills", "Ability to work effectively both independently and within interdisciplinary, collaborative research teams, including mentoring students, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and adapting to evolving research and programmatic needs", "Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs". That's a lot; but we can put them under Skills as a list. Benefits: The posting lists benefits: "ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience. Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts." We should keep that as list. We must not include boilerplate like EEO, etc. Also must not include navigation, cookie, etc. Also must not include "Apply now", "Date:", "Location:", "Company:", "Requisition Id". Those are minor metadata; we should fold into short p or drop. The instruction: "Do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." So we could include a short p with Date, Location, Company maybe? But they said fold minor metadata into a short p or drop it. Probably better to drop them entirely, as they are not substantive. The overview already contains location? Not needed. We'll drop Date, Location, Company, Requisition Id. We must not include "Apply now" etc. We must not include "Nearest Major Market: Knoxville". That's minor; drop. We must not include "If you have difficulty using the online application system..." etc. That's application instructions; drop. We must not include "This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days..." etc. Drop. We must not include "Letters Of Recommendations" etc. That's application instruction; drop. We must not include "Instructions To Upload Documents". Drop. We must not include "About ORNL" maybe? That's somewhat boilerplate but provides info about ORNL; could be considered substantive? It's generic about ORNL; but it's not specific to the role. Might be considered boilerplate. Safer to drop. We must not include "UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer." etc. Drop. We must not include "ORNL is an equal opportunity employer." etc. Drop. We must not include "Privacy Policy", etc. Thus final HTML will have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits. We'll output only HTML fragment. Let's craft.
About the role
We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher who will focus on the development and application of separation techniques and fusion materials performance assessment that have applications in multiple sectors of importance in the Department of Energy. The primary focus will be developing separation methods using mass spectrometry including microfluidics, MEMS, and mass spectrometry to study gaseous mixtures and apply such techniques in separation of hydrogen isotopes from contaminants. The postdoctoral researcher will also investigate the mechanical and thermophysical behavior of irradiated ceramics and alloys for tritium technology development using advanced experimental and computational methods. The researcher will perform characterization of model systems using techniques such as time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry (ToF-SIMS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). Experience in data reduction of big spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and image data are required. Understanding and hands-on experiences in vacuum instruments are expected. Skills and hands-on experience in nano- and micro-fabrication of MEMS and microfluidics are desirable. Hands-on experience in catalytic reactor design and performing experiments with data reduction are needed. Experience in handling different types of hydrogen isotopic samples and irradiated samples are also desirable. Preparation of composite, ceramic, and alloy samples for testing and performance assessment will be a routine function. Rad Worker training will be offered for working with irradiated materials. This position resides in the Advanced Nuclear Materials (ANM) Group in the Materials in Extremes Section, Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As part of our team, you will study complex materials, form engineering solutions, and develop new techniques to study engineered systems and develop techniques to address physical challenges in building a sustainable energy future for the nation.
Responsibilities
- Perform experimental research to evaluate the effects of neutron irradiation on the mechanical and thermophysical properties of nuclear ceramics, composites, and related fusion materials.
- Conduct detailed microstructural and defect characterization of irradiated materials using advanced techniques such as transmission and scanning electron microscopy, SIMS, APT, and related methods.
- Set up and perform experiments involving vacuum pumps, flow meters, and microfluidic reactors to conduct experiments to study model gas mixtures containing hydrogen isotopes using mass spectrometry.
- Understand fundamental separation principles and have hands-on experience in operating advanced analytical instruments such as ToF-SIMS, SEM, or Raman.
- Perform data analysis of mass spectrometry (i.e., GC-MS, LC-MS, SIMS) and microscopy data sets and coordinate between experimental studies and theoretical simulations.
- Communicate research results through timely peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, conference presentations, and collaboration with internal ORNL teams and external partners, including contributions to proposals and project development.
- Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service