Postdoctoral Research Associate- Physical Metallurgy of Lightweight Alloys

About the role

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct advanced materials research focused on the development of cast, additively manufactured, and wrought aluminum alloys. The position will allow significant interactions with researchers of varying backgrounds and other opportunities for professional development.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Understand the processing-microstructure-property relationships in aluminum alloy systems.
• Perform the necessary chemistry and processing modifications to meet target alloy properties.
• Apply advanced characterization and modeling techniques and make fundamental contributions to the field.
• Interact with other researchers, technicians, and students to shape and drive the research agenda.
• Present and report research results and publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals on time.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements.
• Maintain strong dedication to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics.
• Develop strong, productive working relationships across partnering research groups within ORNL.
• 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.

Basic Qualifications

• A PhD in materials science and engineering or a related discipline completed within the last five years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in physical metallurgy of aluminum alloys.
• Background in solidification processing, high pressure die casting, additive manufacturing of alloys.
• Background in solid-state materials processing.
• Background in mechanical properties of alloys.
• Background in electrical/thermal properties of alloys.
• An excellent record of productive and creative research as proven by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.