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About the Role
About You
- Doctoral degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field, received within the last four years or anticipated to be completed prior to the start of the appointment.
- Experience in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry.
- Familiarity with asphalt binder characterization.
- Knowledge of instruments such as NMR, FTIR, mass spectrometry, and dynamic mechanical analysis.
- Strong problem-solving skills and excellent written and oral communication skills.
Benefits
- Monthly stipend ranging from $5,000 to $6,789.50 based on educational level and experience.
- Opportunity for hands-on research experience in a government agency.
The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is a U.S. Department of Energy asset that is dedicated to enabling critical scientific, research, and health initiatives of the department and its laboratory system by providing world class expertise in STEM workforce development, scientific and technical reviews, and the evaluation of radiation exposure and environmental contamination. ORISE is managed by ORAU, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and federal contractor, for DOE’s Office of Science. The single largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the United States, the Office of Science is working to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. For more information, please visit https://www.energy.gov/science/.