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Assistant Materials Scientist – Operando Battery Characterization
Argonne National Laboratory. Support innovative energy-storage research at the Advanced Photon Source and within Argonne’s Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division .
Posted 10/14/2026full-timeLemont • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,486 - $147,399 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in energy-storage systems and battery materials, with a strong focus on high-energy X-ray diffraction and operando characterization methods. Proficient in developing experimental workflows and analyzing large datasets while effectively communicating research findings.
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Ph.D. In Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Or Materials ScienceExperience With In Situ And Operando Characterization StudiesStrong Knowledge Of Energy-Storage Systems And Battery MaterialsFamiliarity With CAD Software And 3D PrintingExperience With Synchrotron X-Ray Methods
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Hard Skills
High-Energy X-Ray DiffractionOperando CharacterizationData Analysis ProgrammingSample Synthesis And PreparationExperimental DesignLarge Dataset AnalysisExperimental Workflow DevelopmentElectron MicroscopyComputed TomographyAcoustic Methods
Soft Skills
Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationCollaborative TeamworkIndependent Work Capability
Tools & Technologies
CAD Software3D PrintingRoboticsHigh-Throughput HardwareSoftware Tools For Real-Time Characterization
Industry Keywords
Energy-Storage ResearchBattery MaterialsMultidisciplinary ResearchScientific PublicationsPeer-Reviewed Conferences
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesElectronRay
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support innovative energy-storage research at the Advanced Photon Source and within Argonne’s Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division
- Apply high-energy X-ray diffraction and related characterization methods to investigate battery materials and systems during synthesis and operation
- Develop and deploy high-throughput hardware and software tools for real-time, operando characterization under thermal and electrochemical conditions
- Contribute to complementary in-house characterization using electron microscopy, computed tomography, and acoustic methods
- Design and conduct experiments
- Develop sample environments and experimental workflows
- Analyze and interpret large experimental datasets
- Communicate research findings through scientific conferences and peer-reviewed publications
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary, multi-institutional team advancing next-generation energy-storage technologies
Requirements
What you’ll need- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a related field (postdoctoral research experience will be beneficial)
- Strong knowledge of energy-storage systems and battery materials
- Experience with in situ and operando characterization studies, including sample synthesis and preparation
- Familiarity with CAD software, 3D printing, robotics, and programming for data analysis and experimental control
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated through publications, presentations, and/or professional recognition
- Experience with synchrotron X-ray methods for probing material structure and reactivity is preferred
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and multi-institutional research environment
- Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
- Cover letter
- Detailed curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
- Statement on proposed research (2-page maximum)
- 1-page statement regarding an approach to engage and grow the scientific user program
- Names and contact information for three professional references
- Bachelors and 5+ years of experience, Masters and 3+ years, or PhD and 0+ years, or equivalent
- Subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities
- Background check required
- Government access authorization may be required upon hire or in the future
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive benefits as part of the total rewards package
- Equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination
- Safe and welcoming workplace
- Collaborative scientific discovery and innovation