Postdoctoral Appointee - Materials for Extreme Environments (Onsite) - Albuquerque New Mexico

Company: Sandia National Laboratories
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Posted On: 04/25/2024

About SandiaSandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwideExtraordinary co-workersSome of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the worldCareer advancement and enrichment opportunitiesFlexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)Generous vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov*These benefits vary by job classification.What Your Job Will Be LikeWe are seeking a postdoctoral appointee to join a materials chemistry group that develops materials for extreme environment applications. A primary focus will be to support a multidisciplinary team who are evaluating extreme environment materials for aerospace and hypersonic applications. Candidate will provide support for materials characterization through ground and flight testing. Candidate will also be responsible for materials fabrication. Successful candidates will be knowledgeable about various composites such as carbon-carbon, ceramic matrix composites, and other fiber reinforced polymers.Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.Qualifications We RequireRecent Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemistry (Solid State, Inorganic, Materials, Organic) or other related area.Evidence of excellent communication skills as demonstrated by a record of publication/presentation.Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.Qualifications We DesireExperience with composite material development and materials analysisExperience with ceramic oxide and non-oxide materials development and analysisTheoretical and practical understanding of composite materials manufacture, characterization, and testing.Knowledge of analytical techniques and materials characterization: X-ray Diffraction, Electron Microscopy, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Raman Spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, UV-visible Spectroscopy, Thermal Analysis, Light/Laser Flash Analysis, Mechanical testing, ES&HTheoretical and Practical Application of Materials Response Modeling of ablative polymer and ceramic matrix composites.Experienced in handing of air sensitive materials using Schlenk Line and Glovebox ProtocolsCandidates must be self-motivated and independent researchers with excellent oral and written communication skillsMust be able to work in team environmentAbout Our TeamThe Electronic, Optical and Nanomaterials Department provides innovation in the design, synthesis and development of advanced, multifunctional materials to satisfy unique needs in electronic, optical, electrochemical, structural and selective-molecular-binding applications. We control chemical and structural characteristics, from the nano- to the micro-scale, in inorganic and hybrid systems to explore new material constructs and strategies aimed at optimizing and expanding material performance. Our efforts support DOE Defense Programs, DOE Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy, DOE Electricity Distribution and Energy Reliability offices, other federal agencies and industry. In addition, we pursue partnerships with universities and establish ongoing collaborations with other experts in the field to leverage our research investments while participating in, and contributing to, the international research community. Research thrusts include nanoparticle, nanofiber, and atomic layer deposited materials, thin films, passive and active materials for electronic, magnetic, photonic, electromechanical, and fluidic microsystems, self-assembly, and colloid chemistry.Posting DurationThis posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.Security ClearanceSandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.EEOAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.NNSA Requirements for MedPEDsIf you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.Position InformationThis postdoctoral position is a temporary position for up to one year, which may be renewed at Sandia's discretion up to five additional years. The PhD must have been conferred within five years prior to employment.Individuals in postdoctoral positions may bid on regular Sandia positions as internal candidates, and in some cases may be converted to regular career positions during their term if warranted by ongoing operational needs, continuing availability of funds, and satisfactory job performance. More...

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