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Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education

Researcher: Polymer Science
Post Date:Feb 01, 2012Type:Full-Time
Start Date:2/1/2012Salary:- n/a -
Location: US-TN-Oak Ridge Job Reference:ORNL11-107-CSD

Description
The Chemical Sciences Division (http://www.ornl.gov/sci/csd/) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking exceptional candidates to fill a postdoctoral research position in polymer dynamics and characterization of nano-composite materials.  The candidate’s research will center around experimental studies of polymer dynamics on different time and length scales and on the influence of nano-fillers (various nano-particles, carbon nano-tubes, grahene, etc.) and molecular architecture on macroscopic properties and molecular motions in polymeric composites.  The research will entail the use of light and neutron scattering techniques, dielectric and mechanical relaxation spectroscopy. This research will be complemented by collaborations and interactions with polymer and computational chemists, whose research is focused on polymer synthesis, structural characterization, and simulations.

Job Requirements

The position requires a Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Physics, Materials Science or a closely related field.

  • Knowledge of polymer science and hands on experience with polymers are required as well as knowledge and expertise with at least one of the following techniques - optical, neutron scattering or dielectric spectroscopy.
  • The candidate should be able to work independently and participate creatively in refining project directions.
  • The candidate must have good oral and written communication skills, and be able to interact effectively with a broad range of colleagues.
  • Applicants must be within five years of completion of PhD requirements and must complete all the degree requirements before starting their appointment. Tentative starting date is September-November 2011

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