The candidate will perform basic and applied research in the field of metallization and decarbonized metal production, using methods such as aqueous electrolysis, non-aqueous electrolysis, molten salt electrolysis, metallothermic reduction, and physico-chemical property determination. The candidate will conduct R&D to help develop processes to decarbonize the metals industry and promote materials circularity. The candidate will work in the Emergent Materials and Processes Group in the Applied Materials Division.

• Perform technical work related to the development of new processes for metals production and processing.

• Prepare formal reports, makes presentations, and publish to establish leadership position in R&D for metallization.

Position Requirements

• PhD degree in chemistry, materials science, metallurgy, electrochemistry, electrometallurgy, chemical engineering, or related scientific background with 0-3 years’ experience.

• Experience with electrochemistry, electrochemical analysis, and electrodeposition of metals, in contact with aqueous, non-aqueous, and molten salt electrolyte formulations, including performance enhancing additives.

• Industrial experience with materials synthesis including material plating & solution-based processing.

• Experience with glovebox operation.

• Skilled in safely handling air sensitive chemicals.

• Demonstrated problem-solving and innovation skills.

• Organizational and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.

• Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.

• Ability to make our laboratory a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment where all can thrive.

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