Current Job Openings at the Center for Functional Nanomaterials

Associate Director for the CFN (M-3) (LH4861) - ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR THE CFN (M-3) - The Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) at Brookhaven National Laboratory is looking for an accomplished scientist to work along with the CFN director and the other members of the management team in developing the CFN as an internationally renown user-oriented research center. The CFN has the dual mission of i) enabling nanoscience research by external users in its state-of-the-art facilities in materials synthesis, nanofabrication, and structural and functional characterization; and ii) carrying out its own in-house research program on energy-related themes, specifically, nanomaterials for catalysis, solar-energy conversion, and inorganic-organic hybrid devices. The primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be the development of the CFNÆs external programs, namely, the users program in all its aspects, focused collaborations with other research institutions, and outreach activities. In addition, the associate director will work with the management team in refining and implementing the CFNÆs strategy, and will assist the director in day-to-day operations of the Center. The associate director will also have the opportunity to pursue research interests aligned with the energy-related themes of the CFN. Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. degree in materials science, physics, chemistry, biology or related field, at least ten years of professional experience, a notable record of scientific achievements, and experience in managing user programs/facilities or outreach programs. Excellent oral and writing communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Please apply to Job ID# 14934 Job No. 14934. Log in to the Candidate Gateway to apply for this position.

Assistant/Associate Materials Scientist (4865) - Requires a Ph.D. in physics, chemistry or materials science and at least two years of postdoctoral experience at the time of appointment. The primary focus and expertise for this position will be in development and application of computational approaches to understand properties of nanostructured materials. Research accomplishments in the development of algorithms and computational methods with impact on the understanding of nanostructured materials and their functional properties are expected. Of particular interest are multiscale approaches to determine structure and functional properties, but all candidates with strong accomplishments in method applicable to nanostructured materials will be considered. Good communication and interpersonal skills are required. The successful candidate will join the interdisciplinary Theory and Computational Group on the Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) at Brookhaven National Laboratory. The candidate will be responsible to establish a vigorous, independent research program and to actively engage in research activities with external users of the CFN facilities. The overarching theme of internal research at the CFN is the development and understanding of nanostructured materials with impact on energy, e.g. utilization of solar energy. The research program of the candidate will be expected to connect to and have impact on one or more of the internal research themes. The level of the position will be based on the background and experience of the selected candidate. Under the direction of M. Hybertsen, Center for Functional Nanomaterials, Group Leader of Theory and Computation Group. Job No. 15111. 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.

Scientific Staff Position (Assistant/Associate/Scientist) - Electronic Nanomaterials (4867) - Requires a Ph.D. in physics, electrical engineering or materials science, a minimum two years postdoctoral experience and significant experience with innovative semiconductor device design, fabrication, and electrical/optical measurement. The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to lead an original research program with a focus on nanostructured electronic devices for energy conversion, consistent with the central CFN mission and in synergy with existing Electronic Nanomaterials group research efforts in nanostructured photovoltaic devices, photocatalysts, and batteries. Collaboration is an essential aspect of the CFN scientific model, and candidates must provide a vision for building a research program well suited to both internal and external interactions. The CFN is a user-oriented research center with a scientific focus on energy-related themes and with state-of-the-art facilities in materials synthesis, nanofabrication, and structural and functional characterization. The level of the position will be based on the background and experience of the selected candidate. Under the direction of C. Black, Center for Functional Nanomaterials. Job No. 15197. Log in to the Candidate Gateway to apply for this position.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Organic Materials & Polymer Synthesis (4862) - Requires a Ph.D. in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry or materials chemistry. Well-qualified candidates will have at least two years of experience in the design and synthesis of polymers, block copolymers, and/or organic amphiphiles that self-assemble on the nanometer-scale. A strong interest in applying these materials to energy conversion applications is also preferred. This position will require close interaction with physicists and engineers in material design and device development. The research project involves the synthesis and characterization of polymer and small-molecule amphiphiles related to energy conversion applications. This project is laboratory-intensive and requires experience with a range of techniques for the synthesis of novel organic materials. Under the direction of R. B. Grubbs and C.T. Black, Center for Functional Nanomaterials. When applying for a position, please add the contact and email address of at least three references in the Reference box located on the application page. Please note that if you have applied for multiple positions under one application, the same reference information is attached to all those positions. If you elect to use different referees for different positions, please apply to each position separately. BNL policy states that Research Associate appointments may be made to those who have received their doctoral degrees within the past five years. Job No. 14967. Log in to the Candidate Gateway to apply for this position.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Theory and Simulation of Soft Nanomaterials (4864) - Requires a Ph.D. in physics, chemical engineering or materials science. Solid background in computational/theoretical soft condensed matter, strong research record and proficiency in MC/MD simulations are expected. Experience with high performance/parallel computing is beneficial. The successful candidate will work in the young and very dynamic field of soft/bio nanomaterials, which is one of the strategic directions of the Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) at Brookhaven National Laboratory. The position will provide an exceptional opportunity for research in this field, with opportunities for collaborations with leading experimental and theoretical groups. This work will be conducted under the direction of A. Tkachenko, in the Theory and Computation Group of the Center for Functional Nanomaterials. For additional information, please contact oleksiyt@bnl.gov. BNL policy states that Research Associate appointments may be made to those who have received their doctoral degrees within the past five years. Job No. 15093. Log in to the Candidate Gateway to apply for this position.

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Electrical Transport in Individual Nanostructures (4859) - Requires a Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a closely related discipline. Demonstrated experience in transport or device physics is required. Experience in UHV methods is a plus. The opening is in a project on electrical transport in nanostructures (graphene, nanowires), using a Nanoprobe system in ultrahigh vacuum (UHV) and controlled ambient to measure properties important for future applications in energy conversion and storage, catalysis and sensing. Under the direction of P. Sutter, Center for Functional Nanomaterials. When applying to this position, please attach a CV, publication list and a brief (<1 p.) statement of research interests. Please also add the contact and email address of at least three references in the Reference box located on the application page. Please note that if you have applied for multiple positions under one application, the same reference information is attached to all those positions. If you elect to use different referees for different positions, please apply to each position separately. BNL policy states that Research Associate appointments may be made to those who have received their doctoral degrees within the past five years. Job No. 14897. 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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