Senior Electrochemist at Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
About the Job
DescriptionIdaho National Laboratory is hiring a Senior Electrochemist to work in our Materials Separations and Analysis department
Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off
Hybrid work opportunities may be available for this position
You will report to the Department Manager.The Senior Electrochemist will provide technical leadership to the Sustainability Through Electrochemistry (STEL) Group within the Materials Separations and Analysis Department of the Energy, Environment, Science & Technology (EES&T) Directorate at Idaho National Laboratory (INL).This group oversees and leads nationally recognized electrochemistry research, development, and deployment (RD&D) in multiple technology areas.Responsibilities Include:1) Coach junior staff members in the separations group and the electrochemistry group.2) Conduct modern research in electrochemistry that involves investigations that range from fundamental to applied science.3) Be a nationally recognized expert in any one or more established electroanalytical and spectro-electrochemical techniques.4) Be a team player and develop new electrochemistry technology advances through diverse teaming with other experts in the Department and the broader EES&T Directorate.5) Implement research in the laboratory environment at both the bench-scale and pilot-scale.6) Disseminate research results to the external technical community and DOE.7) Identify new funding opportunities and capture new funding for new RD&D work for the Department.8) Participate in mission/strategy sessions with other senior R&D leaders at INL.9) You will contribute to talent development and recruiting, including recruiting new staff, retaining existing staff, guiding and mentoring staff, and identifying professional growth opportunities for group members.10) You will ensure R&D conducted within the research group is performed safely, within budget parameters and the identified scope.QualificationsMinimum Requirements:Advanced degree (Ph.D
preferred) in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Physics, or a related physical science field with 6 years of relevant experience (PR0400) orAdvanced degree (Ph.D
preferred) in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Physics, or a related physical science field with 8 years of relevant experience (PR0500)U.S
Citizenship required.Author H-index >15You should be experienced and published in any one or more of the following general electrochemistry technologies areas:• Analytical electrochemistry, analytical spectro-electrochemistry• Battery electrochemistry, battery materials electrochemistry, battery architecture and materials function• Electro-reduction in aqueous media, electro-reduction in non-aqueous media• Electrowinning, advanced redox leaching• Electrosynthesis of organic materials, electrosynthesis of inorganic materials• Electrophoretics, electroosmotics, electrokinetics, separation and movement in an electrochemical field• Electrically enhanced membrane processes, filtration processes, electro-dialysis• Redox enhanced crystallization• Redox chromatographic separations• Electrochemically enhanced solvent extraction, electrochemically enhanced hydrometallurgy, electrochemically enhanced solvometallurgy• Electrochemical processing of materials for beneficiation of feed streams• Electrochemically guided or enhanced separations using electrically active sorbents, complexants, MOF's, ZIF's, COF's, CP's, POP's, PAF's, ionic liquids, etc
Electrically-switchable porous host matricesJob Information:The pay range for this position is: Level 4 ($109,260.00 - $ 223,908.00) / Level 5 ($130,980 - $268,680)
At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of experience.Benefits and RelocationMedical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% matchPaid time off (personal leave)Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)Comprehensive Relocation PackageBenefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.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 more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS)
For more information see www.sss.gov.Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer
It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information
Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.Reasonable Accommodation We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment
Please contact us to request accommodation.Other Information When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens
Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.INL does not accept resumes from third-party vendors unsolicited.Job Field: ScienceOrganization: Energy & Environment Science & Technology (Bxxx)Schedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular
Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off
Hybrid work opportunities may be available for this position
You will report to the Department Manager.The Senior Electrochemist will provide technical leadership to the Sustainability Through Electrochemistry (STEL) Group within the Materials Separations and Analysis Department of the Energy, Environment, Science & Technology (EES&T) Directorate at Idaho National Laboratory (INL).This group oversees and leads nationally recognized electrochemistry research, development, and deployment (RD&D) in multiple technology areas.Responsibilities Include:1) Coach junior staff members in the separations group and the electrochemistry group.2) Conduct modern research in electrochemistry that involves investigations that range from fundamental to applied science.3) Be a nationally recognized expert in any one or more established electroanalytical and spectro-electrochemical techniques.4) Be a team player and develop new electrochemistry technology advances through diverse teaming with other experts in the Department and the broader EES&T Directorate.5) Implement research in the laboratory environment at both the bench-scale and pilot-scale.6) Disseminate research results to the external technical community and DOE.7) Identify new funding opportunities and capture new funding for new RD&D work for the Department.8) Participate in mission/strategy sessions with other senior R&D leaders at INL.9) You will contribute to talent development and recruiting, including recruiting new staff, retaining existing staff, guiding and mentoring staff, and identifying professional growth opportunities for group members.10) You will ensure R&D conducted within the research group is performed safely, within budget parameters and the identified scope.QualificationsMinimum Requirements:Advanced degree (Ph.D
preferred) in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Physics, or a related physical science field with 6 years of relevant experience (PR0400) orAdvanced degree (Ph.D
preferred) in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Physics, or a related physical science field with 8 years of relevant experience (PR0500)U.S
Citizenship required.Author H-index >15You should be experienced and published in any one or more of the following general electrochemistry technologies areas:• Analytical electrochemistry, analytical spectro-electrochemistry• Battery electrochemistry, battery materials electrochemistry, battery architecture and materials function• Electro-reduction in aqueous media, electro-reduction in non-aqueous media• Electrowinning, advanced redox leaching• Electrosynthesis of organic materials, electrosynthesis of inorganic materials• Electrophoretics, electroosmotics, electrokinetics, separation and movement in an electrochemical field• Electrically enhanced membrane processes, filtration processes, electro-dialysis• Redox enhanced crystallization• Redox chromatographic separations• Electrochemically enhanced solvent extraction, electrochemically enhanced hydrometallurgy, electrochemically enhanced solvometallurgy• Electrochemical processing of materials for beneficiation of feed streams• Electrochemically guided or enhanced separations using electrically active sorbents, complexants, MOF's, ZIF's, COF's, CP's, POP's, PAF's, ionic liquids, etc
Electrically-switchable porous host matricesJob Information:The pay range for this position is: Level 4 ($109,260.00 - $ 223,908.00) / Level 5 ($130,980 - $268,680)
At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of experience.Benefits and RelocationMedical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% matchPaid time off (personal leave)Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)Comprehensive Relocation PackageBenefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.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 more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS)
For more information see www.sss.gov.Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer
It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information
Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.Reasonable Accommodation We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment
Please contact us to request accommodation.Other Information When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens
Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.INL does not accept resumes from third-party vendors unsolicited.Job Field: ScienceOrganization: Energy & Environment Science & Technology (Bxxx)Schedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular
