Postdoc Position in Actinide Materials Under Extreme Conditions

Actinide Materials Under Extreme Conditions Postdoctoral Research Associate - Idaho National Laboratory

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Please apply before midnight September 24, 2015

JOB DESCRIPTION Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a condensed matter physicist, material research scientist, or related field postdoctoral candidate for the Fuel Design & Development Department. The postdoc will perform magnetic, spectroscopic, transport and thermodynamic studies of actinide-based materials under extreme conditions such as low temperature, magnetic field, and pressure. Experience in the thermal conductivity, electrical resistivity, heat capacity, and thermoelectric power measurements, especially using QD PPMS setup is desired. The candidate must have experience in measurement of electrical, thermal, and thermodynamic properties of solids under pressure. Preference will be given to candidates with some experience in actinide research.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: · PhD in Physics, Material Science, or related disciplines must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years · Hands-on experience in magnetic, spectroscopic, and transport property measurements under pressure · Relevant programming experience (LabView) · Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills (in English)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: · Experience in transport and thermodynamic properties measurements using QD PPMS device is desired · Knowledge of magnetic, transport, thermal and thermodynamic properties of solids

ABOUT THE EMPLOYER The INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With 3,800 scientist, researchers and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and develop technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security and environmental missions. Idaho Falls is conveniently situated near many national treasures such as Yellowstone National Park, Teton National Park, Jackson, WY, etc. For more information about the area, please visit www.visitidahofalls.com and www.visitidaho.org.