The Applied Materials Division (AMD) at Argonne National Laboratory pioneers the development and understanding of materials and processes to solve critical challenges. Argonne has an immediate opening for a Materials Scientist for the Separations and Bioprocessing group within AMD.As Materials Scientist you will play a key role in developing and expanding capabilities for critical minerals separations, chemical separations, CO2 capture and conversion, and sustainable materials. In particular, the work will include developing and integrating electrochemical processes, pressure driven advanced membrane processes, and synthesis of biomaterials and sustainable polymers to accelerate the transition to a circular economy by driving innovation from invention to commercialization. 

In this role, you will collaborate closely with the group leader, department manager, division director, project/thought leaders, and a dedicated team of experts to support the Sustainable Materials and Processes Department in pursuing AMD’s missions and strategies. You will act as Principal Investigator to manage and expand the portfolio of research projects by interacting with DOE program managers, and collaborating across Argonne, universities, and industry. You will work closely with project leads to plan and execute projects to deliver to stakeholders, including managing budgets and financial responsibilities. You will also support DEIA-related activities and outreach at the lab and will promote project collaboration with other groups at Argonne across divisions.

In this position, you will:

• Lead and manage a dynamic team focused on developing and scaling up new materials in separations and bioprocessing.

• Contribute to Separations and Bioprocessing group’s research strategy to position the group for future funding and help solve major challenges in transitioning to a carbon free society.

• Supervise laboratory work from Technology Readiness Level 1 to 5 with special attention to safety.

• Provide relevant input to assist the Group Leader with staff development.

• Manage the overall operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities and activities of the research team.

• Collaborate effectively across a wide range of stakeholders including other Argonne staff, academia, and industry.

• Present at appropriate conferences, peer reviews and workshops to promote the group’s work and establish new collaborations.

• Participate in DEIA-related activities and outreach initiatives within the laboratory.

Position Requirements

• Knowledge in separation science, materials synthesis, electrochemistry, and materials characterization.

• A proven track record demonstrated through journal publications and patents/patent applications in the synthesis of polymers, membranes, films, fibers, and composites, specifically focusing on molecular sorption, separation and purification.

• Ability to identify new research areas, develop and market proposals, and build trusted sponsor relationships.

• A proven record of developing new materials and technologies to solve real world problems and then scaling them up to pilot scale.

• Experience leading interdisciplinary research projects and the ability to lead a team involving multi-disciplinary scientists and engineers at all experience levels.

• Project management experience/skills and the ability to solve problems independently.

• Proven track record of collaboration with industry on R&D projects in a national laboratory setting.

• Collaborative skills, including the ability to work well with other scientists and engineers of diverse backgrounds within Argonne, and at other research or industry institutions and organizations.

• Ability to model Argonne's Core Values: Impact, Respect, Safety, Integrity, and Teamwork.

• Oral and written communication skills and abilities to appropriately communicate organizational information through group meetings, one-on-one engagements, and appropriate email, message, and regular interpersonal communication.

• Knowledge of ANL and DOE policies and procedures.

The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level (RD3 or RD4) depending upon depth and breadth of relevant knowledge, skills, and experience brought to the position.  The requirements for the desired levels are as follows:

• RD3 Level: Bachelor’s and 8+ years; Master’s and 5+ years; Doctorate in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field and 4+ years, or equivalent

• RD4 Level: Bachelor’s and 12+ years; Master’s and 7+ years; or Doctorate in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field and 6+ years; or equivalent.

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