Argonne National Laboratory

The Postdoctoral Appointee will be part of a R&D group conducting use-inspired research supporting the development of next-generation energy technologies such as nuclear fuel recycling and decarbonization applications.

With guidance, the appointee will:

• Develop advanced multiscale, multiphysics simulation tools applicable to the modeling of chemical processes and equipment relevant to chemical engineering and nuclear-chemical engineering systems
• Create new reduced-order models and submodels related to the fluid flow, heat transfer, thermochemistry, and electrochemistry in multiphase systems
• Use modeling tools to develop and optimize new processes and equipment designs using high-performance computing
• Analyze data, prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed publications, prepare technical reports for sponsors, and attend and make presentations at scientific meetings
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, peers, and Laboratory management through status updates, technical research reports, project presentations, and other regular channels.

Position Requirements

• Skill in modeling, processing, and analyzing computational results to inform accompanying experimental efforts.
• Skill in the use of modern collaborative coding practices
• Demonstrated experience with the application of multiphysics modeling to model complex physical phenomena
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
• Ability to make our laboratory a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment where all can thrive.
• To perform the essential functions of this position successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract.
• Work conducted under this posting will require the appointee to obtain a security clearance.

This level of knowledge is typically achieved through a formal education in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field at the PhD degree level with zero to five years of experience or equivalent in the scientific application of this knowledge and practical laboratory experience.

Job Family

Postdoctoral Family

Job Profile

Postdoctoral Appointee

Worker Type

Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

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