Postdoctoral Appointee - Chemical Engineer

Argonne National Laboratory - Lemont, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Lemont, IL

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About the position

The Applied Material Division (AMD) at Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral appointee to focus on process optimization and research and development of electrochemical separation technologies. This role aims to enable waste-to-energy solutions and contribute to industrial decarbonization efforts. The appointee will engage in bench-scale process optimization and assist in pilot-scale demonstrations, collaborating with industrial partners in various sectors including fuel and chemical production, CO2 management, and organic waste treatment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bench-scale process optimization of electrochemical membrane separation technologies.
• Assist in pilot-scale field demonstrations for organic acid recovery, waste nutrient recovery, and CO2 capture.
• Perform material research and process modeling to enhance separation performance.
• Select, characterize, and fabricate separation materials as needed.
• Coordinate research efforts with other team members to develop innovative chemical and bioprocessing technologies.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical, Environmental, Electrochemical, Mechanical, Material Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 0-1 year of experience or equivalent in relevant fields.
• Demonstrated skill and experience in designing and conducting membrane separation experiments.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and define project objectives and scientific/technical approaches.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including proposal and report preparation.

Nice-to-haves

• Background knowledge in electrochemical processes and separation.
• Experience with field demonstrations.