Plasma-Material Interaction and Hydrogen Permeation Postdoctoral Research Associate

Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Plasma-Material Interaction and Hydrogen Permeation Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in our Irradiated Fuels and Materials department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls and Site facilities with every Friday off.

You will provide experimental and technical support for INL programs aimed at advancing leadership in fusion energy sciences and technology development. Responsibilities span a wide range of activities, including conducting experiments at the Safety and Tritium Applied Research (STAR) facility at the Advanced Reactor Complex (ATRC) and the Idaho Research Center (IRC). You will conduct research and development activities to improve the state of the art in plasma-material interactions and hydrogen isotope behavior in materials, working across multiple programs under the DOE Office of Sciences, Office of Nuclear Energy, and National Nuclear Security Administration.

Responsibilities Include:

• Support the design, assembly, and operation of unique and custom laboratory experiments.
• Perform experiments following prescribed test matrices.
• Meet environmental, health, and safety compliance goals.
• Participate in research planning by contributing to project planning and review meetings.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and participate in conference activities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with ultra-high vacuum systems, and other laboratory equipment.
• Working knowledge of the design and assembly of vacuum systems, gas systems, and data acquisition and controls.
• Experience with hydrogen interactions with materials.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with plasma systems or hydrogen permeation systems.
• Experience with plasma-material interaction or advanced material characterization.
• Experience with irradiated materials and radiological work.

Job Information: 

• Salary: $96,900 Annually
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

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 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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.

Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

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