Post Doctorate RA - Infrared and Solid State Nuclear Magnetic Spectroscopies for Investigating Durable Storage of Carbon Dioxide and Critical Element Recovery * Location: Richland, Washington * Categories: Sustainable Energy and Engineering * Position Type: Temporary Full-Time * Virtual Position: No * Posting Close Date: 08/18/2023 * Posting Close Time: 11:59PM PST * Req. ID 6293 * Minimum Pay USD $52,720.00/Yr. * Maximum Pay USD $105,240.00/Yr. * The PNNL Recruiter is Brent Rogers. Please email your resume to Brent.Rogers@pnnl.gov<mailto:Brent.Rogers@pnnl.gov> if interested. Job Description Overview The Physical and Computational Sciences Directorate (PCSD) researchers lead major R&D efforts in experimental and theoretical interfacial chemistry, chemical analysis, high energy physics, interfacial catalysis, multifunctional materials, and integrated high-performance and data-intensive computing. PCSD is PNNL’s primary steward for research supported by the Department of Energy’s Offices of Basic Energy Sciences, Advanced Scientific Computing Research, and Nuclear Physics, all within the Department of Energy's Office of Science. Additionally, Directorate staff perform research and development for private industry and other government agencies, such as the Department of Defense and NASA. The Directorate's researchers are members of interdisciplinary teams tackling challenges of national importance that cut across all missions of the Department of Energy. Responsibilities We are seeking an outstanding researcher to investigate durable storage of carbon dioxide with concurrent recovery of critical elements (e.g., nickel and cobalt) by carbonization of silicate minerals. The successful candidate will be an experimentalist with a strong background in infrared (IR) and/or nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopies (NMR). The researcher will take advantage of advanced ambient and high-pressure IR and NMR instrumentation at PNNL to build a fundamental understanding of silicate carbonation for carbon dioxide storage and efficient nickel and cobalt extraction. The candidate will work as part of a team that includes world-leaders in carbonate geochemistry, interfacial geochemistry, in situ IR, NMR and electrical impedance spectroscopic methods for studying mineral reactivity and transformations, synchrotron-based X-ray scattering techniques, secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS), microfluidics, and molecular computational simulations. The candidate will prepare manuscripts for publication, present the research work internally and externally at national/international conferences, and develop new ideas for the funded research. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: * Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university. Preferred Qualifications: * Expertise using IR and/or NMR for following mineral reactivity. Experience operating in diverse in-situ conditions and/or high-pressure, low-water fluids are highly beneficial. * A strong background in kinetic modeling, interfacial chemistry, solution thermodynamics, and/or physics of nucleation and growth. Experience in nanoscale minerals synthesis and using complementary nanoscale characterization techniques, including TEM, XRD, SEM, XPS, DLS, etc... * Strong knowledge of carbonate and/or sulfur geochemistry * The applicant must have the ability to work in collaboration with a diverse group of scientists and technical staff across the national lab, including experimentalists and computational modelers. * The applicant must have strong, safety-oriented laboratory skills. They must be able to recognize abnormal operating conditions, correct and report to supervisor and warranty provider in a timely and responsible manner. They must have the ability to adapt, refine, or innovate experimental tools as needed. * Experience supervising and coordinating multiple projects, while keeping accurate and legible operating records associated with assigned job. * Strong verbal and written communications skills, and a demonstrated record of publishing in first class journals.​ * The candidate must possess a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Geochemistry, Materials Science, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics or other related fields Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not applicable Testing Designated Position Not applicable About PNNL Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov<mailto:careers@pnnl.gov>. Drug Free Workplace PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. Mandatory Requirements Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. Rockstar Rewards Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year. * Research Associates excluded. **Once eligibility requirements are met. 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