Diffraction Analysis of Energetic and Propellant Materials
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Summary
ORAU is seeking a postdoctoral fellow for the position of Diffraction Analysis of Energetic and Propellant Materials at the US Army Research Laboratory in Aberdeen, MD. The role involves experimental measurement of material behavior using x-ray and neutron diffraction techniques.
About the Role
As a postdoctoral fellow, you will be responsible for conducting research in crystallography, focusing on the measurement of material behavior through advanced diffraction techniques. You will utilize state-of-the-art experimental methods to tackle interdisciplinary challenges and collaborate with a team to produce scientific publications and technical presentations.
About You
Required:
- Doctoral Degree in Physical Chemistry, Condensed Matter Physics, Crystallography, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline received within the last five years.
- Good communication skills demonstrated through scientific publications and technical presentations.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with techniques for crystal growth suitable for diffraction.
- Experience using lab instruments for x-ray diffraction and synchrotron/neutron sources.
- Ability to interpret powder and single-crystal diffraction patterns, including Reitveld refinements.
- Proficiency with software packages for diffraction data analysis.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge research environment.
- Collaboration with leading scientists and engineers in the field.
- Access to advanced research facilities and resources.
ORAU
ORAU provides innovative scientific and technical solutions to advance research and education, protect public health and the environment and strengthen national security. Through specialized teams of experts, unique laboratory capabilities and access to a consortium of more than 100 major Ph.D.-granting institutions, ORAU works with federal, state, local and commercial customers to advance national priorities and serve the public interest. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and federal contractor, ORAU manages the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Learn more about ORAU at http://www.orau.org.
Aberdeen, MD