Nanofluidics / Ion Transport - Postdoctoral Researcher

<strong>Company Description<br><br></strong><strong>Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!<br><br></strong>Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.<br><br>Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.<br><br><strong>Job Description<br><br></strong>We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research on nanofluidics, ion transport and neuromorphic sensing and computing in nanomaterials-based platforms. You will actively participate in the research to discover and characterize new material assemblies that perform neuromorphic information processing. This position is in the Nanoscale, Surface, and Interface Science group of the Materials for Emerging Applications and Extreme Conditions section in the Materials Science Division of Physical and Life Sciences Directorate.<br><br><em>This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.<br><br></em><strong>You will <br><br></strong><ul><li>Conduct research in nanofluidic water and ion transport in new materials</li><li>Develop new measurement protocols and implement them to conduct basic research in nanofluidics and ionics.</li><li>Design and perform experiments to characterize ion transport in nanomaterials. </li><li>Contribute to and actively participate in the conception, design and execution of research to address defined problems.</li><li>Pursue independent but complementary research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory.</li><li>Collaborate with scientists in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals.</li><li>Maintain and establish laboratory protocols.</li><li>Document research; publish papers in peer-reviewed journals, and present results within the DOE community and at conferences.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li>PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related field.</li><li>Experience in nanopore transport measurements, working with nanomaterials, nanoscale or single molecule scale measurements or nanofabrication.</li><li>Knowledgeable of the concepts of basic fluid mechanics, electrochemistry, electrophysiology measurements, and nanomaterials characterization. </li><li>Ability as an innovative experimentalist with a broad range of experience in experimental design, techniques and execution.</li><li>Ability to develop independent research projects through publication of peer-reviewed literature.</li><li>Proficient verbal and written communication skills as reflected in effective presentations at seminars, meetings and/or teaching lectures. Initiative and interpersonal skills with desire and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.</li><li>Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). See Additional Information section below for details.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications We Desire<br><br></strong><ul><li>Experience with nanopore transport measurements.</li><li>Experience working with, testing or modeling neuromorphic materials, neuromorphic systems, or neuromorphic sensors</li><li>Knowledge in electrochemistry, separation science, or nanopore transport.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Pay Range<br><br></strong>$10,254.00 monthly<br><br><strong>Additional Information<br><br></strong><strong>Position Information<br><br></strong>This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date.<br><br><strong>Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?<br><br></strong><ul><li>Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!</li><li>Flexible Benefits Package</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Relocation Assistance</li><li>Education Reimbursement Program</li><li>Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)</li><li>Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values<br><br></li></ul><strong>Security Clearance<br><br></strong>None required. However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check. (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.)<br><br><strong>National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)<br><br></strong>The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 3112, generally prohibits citizens of China, Russia, Iran and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence from accessing specific non-public areas of national security or nuclear weapons facilities. The restrictions of NDAA Section 3112 apply to this position. To be qualified for this position, Candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112.<br><br><strong>Pre-Employment Drug Test<br><br></strong>External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.<br><br><strong>Wireless and Medical Devices<br><br></strong>Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.<br><br>If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.<br><br><strong>How To Identify Fake Job Advertisements<br><br></strong>Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond.<br><br>To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf<br><br><strong>Equal Employment Opportunity<br><br></strong>We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.<br><br><strong>Reasonable Accommodation<br><br></strong>Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request.<br><br><strong>California Privacy Notice<br><br></strong>The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.<br><br>

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