Current Job Openings at the Center for Functional Nanomaterials

Postdoctoral Research Associate - In-Situ Microscopy on Model Catalysts at Elevated Pressure (6277) - The Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) at Brookhaven National Laboratory seeks to fill an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in a project on in-situ studies on model catalysts relevant to energy conversion. The research will focus on the interplay between the morphology and chemical composition of model catalysts and their activity and selectivity under realistic reaction conditions, probed using synchrotron-based ambient pressure X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and Reactor-STM. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, or a related field and experience in scanning probe microscopy techniques, ideally in-situ. Expertise in laboratory- or synchrotron-based photelectron spectroscopy as well as a broader range of surface science methods (ISS, LEED) is a plus. The CFN is a science-based user facility. Interaction and collaboration with CFN and BNL staff and with facility users is encouraged. Applications for this position should include curriculum vitae, publication list and a brief (1 page) statement of research interests. Under the direction of D. Starr and P. Sutter. BNL policy states that postdoctoral research associate appointments may be made to individuals who have received their doctorate within the past five years. BNL is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce. Job No. 15884. Log in to the Candidate Gateway to apply for this position.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - In-situ Surface Microscopy Applied to Energy Storage Applications (6274) - The Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) at Brookhaven National Laboratory has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral research associate in the area of in-situ surface microscopy applied to energy storage applications. The scientific focus will be on atomistic effects of dopants and catalysts on the reversibility and reaction kinetics of complex metal hydride hydrogen storage materials, studied by UHV scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), high-pressure STM, and low-energy electron microscopy (LEEM). Requires a Ph.D. in physics, chemistry or materials science, and significant experience in surface-science experimentation, particularly UHV STM, including independent sample preparation, planning of experiments, data acquisition and analysis. Candidates with previous experience in variable-temperature and/or high-pressure STM or LEEM will be given preference. The successful candidate will have th eopportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team of scientists studying different aspects of hydrogen storage reactions, and will collaborate very closely with a parallel effort in ab-initio theory and modeling. The CFN is a science-based user facility. Interaction and scientific collaboration with CFN and BNL staff, as well as with outside users is encouraged. Under the direction of P. Sutter, Center for Functional Nanomaterials. BNL policy states that research associate appointments may be made to individuals who have received their doctoral degree within the last five years. BNL is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce. Job No. 15790. Log in to the Candidate Gateway to apply for this position.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Electronic Nanomaterials (6281) - The Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) at Brookhaven National Laboratory is currently soliciting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Electronic Nanomaterials gropu. The research involves using self-assembly methods in combination with more conventional nanofabrication tools for fabricating nanostructured solar devices. This project is laboratory intensive -- much of the work involves device fabrication, characterization, and measurement. The qualified candidate will have a Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline (Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Materials Science), and significant experience with thin-film fabrication of nanostructured materials and devices. Expertise in nanometer-scale materials characterization and analysis, as well as electrical device test and measurement experience are important. The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to work independently within broadly defined research directions.Under the direction of C. Black, CFN. BNL policy states that research associate appointments may be made to individuals who have received their doctorate within the past five years.BNL is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce. Job No. 15938. Log in to the Candidate Gateway to apply for this position.

Assistant/Associate Scientist - In-Situ Studies of Catalytic Chemistry (4866) - Requires a Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, materials science, or a related field and at least two years of postdoctoral experience. A demonstrated record of successful experimental research in the broader field of catalytic chemistry is required. Previous experience in model catalysis studies or the probing of energy-relevant chemical processes is desirable. Expertise in specific experimental methods, such as STM, and other surface science sample preparation and characterization techniques (XPS, ISS, LEED, IRRAS) is a plus. The department is seeking a full-time staff scientist in the area of in-situ studies on model catalysts. The CFN is a user-oriented research center with a scientific focus on energy-related themes, and with state-of-art facilities in materials synthesis, nanofabrication and structural and functional characterization. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a high-visibility experimental research program within the CFNÆs Interface Science & Catalysis Group, emphasizing the interplay between the structure, chemical composition, activity, and selectivity of model catalysts. World-class instrumentation, including a new Reactor Scanning Tunneling Microscope capable of simultaneously probing model catalysts at relevant pressures and temperatures, will be available. The appointment is anticipated at the Assistant Scientist level, but a more senior appointment may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. When submitting your electronic application, please include (in one document), your curriculum vitae, a list of publications and presentations, and a brief (maximum 2 pages) statement of research interests. Under the direction of P. Sutter, Center for Functional Nanomaterials. Job No. 15124. Log in to the Candidate Gateway to apply for this position.

Employment Opportunities at the other DOE Nanoscale Science Research Centers

Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies, Los Alamos National Laboratory and Sandia National Laboratories

Center for Nanoscale Materials, Argonne National Laboratory

Molecular Foundry, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences, Oak Ridge National Laboratory

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