Why Work at BNL?
Brookhaven National Laboratory is a multipurpose research institution funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science. Located on the center of Long Island, New York, Brookhaven Lab brings world-class facilities and expertise to the most exciting and important questions in basic and applied science--from the birth of our universe to the sustainable energy technology of tomorrow. We operate cutting-edge large-scale facilities for studies in physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, applied science, and a wide range of advanced technologies. The Laboratory's almost 3,000 scientists, engineers, and support staff are joined each year by more than 4,000 visiting researchers from around the world. Our award-winning history, including seven Nobel Prizes, stretches back to 1947, and we continue to unravel mysteries from the nanoscale to the cosmic scale, and everything in between. Brookhaven is operated and managed by Brookhaven Science Associates, which was founded by the Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University, and Battelle, a nonprofit applied science and technology organization.
Organizational Overview
The Electrochemical Energy Storage group carries out research on advanced materials for batteries including Li-metal, Li-S, Li-ion, and Na-ion batteries. The group has an extensive history in the development of synchrotron-based in situ x-ray diagnostic tools for research on battery materials such as time or/and spatial resolved x-ray scattering, x-ray spectroscopy and x-ray microscopy. X-ray techniques are also combined with neutron-based scattering techniques and electron-based imaging techniques for battery research. The group also carries out research in both liquid electrolyte and solid electrolyte. The group is a member of the VTO Battery500 consortium of USDOE. For more information, please visit the group website: http://www.bnl.gov/chemistry/EES/.
Position Description
The Chemistry Division is seeking exceptional candidates for a two-year term Research Associate position in the Electrochemical Energy Storage (EES) group, in the field of battery research. The successful applicant will work on the synthesis, characterization, and development of battery materials, including cathode, liquid electrolyte, and solid electrolyte. The successful applicant is expected to be experienced in the synthesis of organic materials for batteries, especially polymers. Experience in developing advanced liquid and solid electrolytes for low and high temperature applications is needed. The successful applicant is expected to have experience in developing in operando techniques for characterizing the electrolyte and cathode materials.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Design and develop liquid and solid electrolyte for battery research projects in the EES group. Develop and coordinate collaborative research with collaborators from other research institutions, as well as from industrial companies. Prepare and write manuscripts for publications in scientific journals and present research results in scientific conferences and DOE program review meetings.
Position Requirements
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- A PhD degree in relevant fields (e.g. Chemistry, Material Science and Engineering, Physics, Physical Chemistry, Electrochemistry and Chemical engineering) is required.
- A minimum of three years of research experience (including the graduate research) in rechargeable battery research field.
- Knowledge and hands-on experience in synthesizing inorganic, organic and polymer battery materials.
- Knowledge and hands-on experience with fundamental electrochemical characterization.
- Good English writing and oral skills for publications and presentations.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience in solid state electrolyte synthesis and characterization.
- Knowledge of lithium metal and other metal anodes for rechargeable batteries.
- Experience with characterization techniques such as SEM, AFM, Infrared spectroscopy, and Raman spectroscopy.
BNL policy requires that research associate appointments be made to individuals who have received their doctorate within the past 5 years.
At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes but it not limited to:
Medical Plans
Vacation
Holidays
Dental Plans
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Family Medical Leave
Swimming Pool, Weight Room, Tennis Courts, and many other employee perks and benefits
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sex orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
BNL takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
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