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The Trace Radioisotope Analysis Center (TRACER) at Argonne National Laboratory is inviting applications for a postdoctoral research position on a joint project between Argonne National Laboratory and Northwestern University.The research work will focus on the development and testing of novel metal-organic framework materials. The researcher will work with the TRACER Center in the Physics Division and the High-Throughput Research Laboratory (HTRL) in the Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division at Argonne, as well as with the group of Prof. Farha at the Chemistry Department of Northwestern University. The appointment will initially be for one year, with the possibility of extension of up to three years depending on funding availability and performance.Position RequirementsCandidate must have received their Ph.D. (or an equivalent degree) in physics, chemistry, material science, or relevant related field within three years of the start of the appointment.Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, including a description of research interests, at https://www.anl.gov/hr/external-applicants : requisition #411778. In addition, if the candidate is being considered for the role, three letters of recommendation will be requested.For further information, contact Dr. Jake Zappala ( jzappala@anl.gov ). Review of applications and interviews will begin once the application is completed and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration please submit all materials by November 30, 2021.Job FamilyPostdoctoral FamilyJob ProfilePostdoctoral AppointeeWorker TypeLong-Term (Fixed Term)Time TypeFull timeAs an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. In support of this commitment, Argonne encourages minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Argonne considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.Please note that all Argonne employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. All successful applicants will be required to provide their COVID-19 vaccination verification as a condition of employment, subject to limited legally recognized exemptions to COVID-19 vaccination.Interested in translating science into innovation? Build your career at Argonne.At Argonne, we view the world from a different perspective. Our scientists and engineers conduct world-class research in clean energy, the environment, technology, national security and more. We’re finding creative ways to prepare the world for a better future.To learn more about Argonne's benefits programs, amenities, and other employee programs, visit our main Careers (http://www.anl.gov/careers) site.To learn more about the exciting science going on at Argonne, visit our Science and Technology (http://www.anl.gov/argonnes-science-and-technology) page.To request a reasonable accommodation or for other application support, contact us anytime at careers@anl.gov or 630-252-2336.
