Postdoctoral Appointee – Chemical Recycling of Polymers
$72,879–$121,465 year
On-siteLemont, Illinois, United States or Site, Eastern Region, Republic of Ghana
Job Summary
Design, synthesize, and characterize new recyclable polymer systems while evaluating their thermomechanical properties. Conduct research on chemical recycling processes and organometallic catalysis, performing mechanistic studies using reaction kinetics analysis and complementary physical organic and inorganic techniques. Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research team to advance sustainable materials and fundamental mechanistic research. Communicate findings through written reports, presentations, and publications. This role supports Argonne's Polymer Upcycling Team in translating science into innovation for clean energy and environmental solutions.
Required Qualifications
- Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in field of Polymer Science, Organic Chemistry, Organometallic Chemistry, or a closely related field
- Experience in scientific application knowledge and practical laboratory experience
- Demonstrated experience in the synthesis and characterization of highly air-sensitive transition metal complexes
- Experience in the synthesis of polymeric materials
- Strong understanding of kinetics and thermodynamics as they relate to catalysis
- Experience designing, conducting, and interpreting experiments to investigate catalytic reaction mechanisms
- Proficiency in written and verbal scientific communication
- Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as gel permeation chromatography (GPC), rheology, and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
- Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
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