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Postdoctoral Research Associates in Computer Science and Mathematics Research
Computer Science and Mathematics Division
Computer and Computational Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description:This position requires an outstanding candidate with demonstrated expertise in computational methods for 2D sonar arrays. Successful candidates must have broad experience in underwater signal processing methods. See project ORNL08-102-CSMD.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Computer Science and Mathematics Research
Computer Science and Mathematics Division
Computer and Computational Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: This position requires an outstanding candidate with demonstrated expertise in computational methods for missile defense. Successful candidates must have broad experience in tracking and discrimination methods.  See project ORNL08-101-CSMD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Ecosystem Ecology
Environmental Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Environmental Sciences Division of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking an ecosystem ecologist with expertise in root and soil biology to participate in field experiments on terrestrial ecosystem responses to atmospheric and climatic change. Research at ORNL seeks to understand the effects of environmental changes created by energy production and use. The postdoctoral researcher will be part of a team investigating forest responses to elevated atmospheric CO2 and developing new approaches to studying multifactor interactions in ecosystems. See project ORNL08-100-BESD.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Computational Environmental Science
Environmental Sciences Division
Biological and Environmental Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Environmental Sciences Division (ESD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applications for a postdoctoral position in areas including global change biogeocemistry, high performance computing, parallel simulation, and scientific simulation. The successful candidate will be capable of integrating into the research team to enhance research in global terrestrial carbon cycle science and developing high performance simulation models of terrestrial ecosystem components of earth system models. Strong programming experience in C, C++, FORTRAN on parallel computers using UNIX operating systems is essential. Applicants with backgrounds in mathematics, optimization theory/application, or computer science, are encouraged to apply. A doctoral degree is required. See project ORNL08-99-BESD.

Postgraduate Research Participation Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Center for Environmental Assessment
Cincinnati, Ohio

Project Description: A research project training opportunity is available through the Postgraduate Research Participation Program at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in Cincinnati, Ohio. As part of EPA’s mission to protect human health and the environment, NCEA is conducting a study entitled “The Massachusetts’ Epidemiological Study of Birth Outcomes and Disinfection Byproduct Exposures.” This study will help address research needs identified by EPA’s program offices. It will include an examination of the potential risk of adverse reproductive outcomes, such as birth defects, fetal death and fetal growth retardation, in relation to different types of water disinfection and disinfection byproduct exposures. The participant will be mentored by an NCEA team member. This participant will have latitude in exercising independent initiative and judgment in the research commensurate with the level of training. Applicants must have received a master’s or doctoral degree in epidemiology, environmental sciences, statistics, public health or a related field relevant to this project within five years of the desired starting date. See project EPA-NCEA 2008-04.

Faculty and/or Postgraduate Research Participation Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Center for Environmental Assessment
Cincinnati, Ohio

Project Description: A research project training opportunity for faculty and/or postgraduates is currently available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in Cincinnati, Ohio. The participant will learn the process of developing and/or apply various computational and/or biological modeling approaches to support the assessment of human health risks posed by environmental contaminants. These models could potentially coordinate and unite mechanistic studies with information available from animal bioassays. Based on the level of information available, biological modeling can support assessment and improve predictive approaches in the absence of chemical specific test data. The selected individual will be trained in tasks related to the development and application of quantitative biological systems modeling to improve and support human health assessment. The selected individual will also learn by interactions with other individuals and teams on cross-cutting scientific issues that arise in the conduct of human health assessment. Applicants must be either a university faculty member or have received a doctoral degree (in pharmacology, toxicology, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, biomathematics or related field relevant to computational toxicology) within five years of the desired starting date. See project EPA-NCEA 2008-06.

Faculty and/or Postgraduate Research Participation Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Center for Environmental Assessment
Cincinnati, Ohio

Project Description: A research project training opportunity for faculty and/or postgraduates is currently available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in Cincinnati, Ohio. The participant will learn the process of developing various human health assessments, which involves critical, in-depth review and analysis of toxicological and epidemiological data in support of the qualitative and quantitative assessment of health effects associated with exposure to chemical substances; preparation of peer-reviewed health assessment documents that reflect current scientific principles and risk assessment methodologies; and application of quantitative dose-response models. The project may also involve research on cross-cutting human health assessment issues, on the development of scientific approaches and guidance for conducing human health hazard assessments, and on the improvement of risk assessment methodologies and their implementation. Applicants must be either a university faculty member or have received a doctoral degree (in pharmacology, toxicology, biochemistry, health sciences, epidemiology, risk analysis or other appropriate scientific field) within five years of the desired starting date. See project EPA-NCEA 2008-05.

Postdoctoral or Post-Master’s Research Associates in Computer Science Research Group
Computer Science and Mathematics Division
Computer and Computational Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Oak Ridge National Laboratory invites applications for postdoctoral and post-master's term appointments in the Computer Science Research Group of the Computer Science and Mathematics Division. Opportunities are anticipated in several of the group’s projects, in both research and software development roles, and more than one appointment may be considered. The Group’s research covers a broad spectrum of areas associated with high-performance parallel and distributed computing and interacts strongly with large-scale applications in several scientific fields, including computational biology, plasma physics, computational chemistry, and climate modeling. For a postdoctoral position, an earned Ph.D. in computer science, computer engineering or a closely related discipline is required. For a post-master's position, an earned master's in computer science, computer engineering or a closely related discipline is required. See project ORNL08-98-CSM.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Beam Instrumentation
Research Accelerator Division
Neutron Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Participates in the SNS Beam Instrucmtion design, modeling, prototyping, commissioning and operations. Operate laser based instruments, provide optical design modeling for the preparation laser based H- double electron stripping. Position is temporary for 12 month with possible renewla for one to two more years. This position requires a Ph.D. degree in physics or electrical engineering with research experience in one of the following areas required: numerical simulations of charged particle beams, design of emittance system, or measurement and analysis of accelerator beam parameters. See project ORNL08-97-NSD.

Post Master’s Research Associates in Distributed Climate Statistics, Hydrologic Modeling, and Earth Science Informatics Computational Sciences and Engineering Division Computing and Computational Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Computational Sciences and Engineering Division at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) anticipates and invites applications for multiple, interdisciplinary positions at the post-MS level in the areas of distributed climate statistics, hydrologic modeling, and earth science informatics. The position in distributed hydrologic modeling requires a strong background in surface hydrological processes, mathematical model development, as well as object-oriented and/or GIS based software coding. The position in climate statistics requires a background in climate and hydrologic sciences as well as in the data sciences (e.g., statistics, data mining and/or nonlinear dynamics, especially for time series and space-time data). The position in earth science informatics requires a background and interest in the climate or hydrologic sciences, as well as in the areas of management, analysis, mining, and visualization of geographic data. This position requires a master's degree in earth or geosciences, computer sciences, or mathematics/statistics. See project ORNL08-96-CSE.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Distributed Climate Statistics, Hydrologic Modeling, and Earth Science Informatics
Computational Sciences and Engineering Division
Computing and Computational Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Computational Sciences and Engineering Division at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) anticipates and invites applications for multiple, interdisciplinary positions at the postdoctoral level in the areas of distributed climate statistics, hydrologic modeling, and earth science informatics. The position in distributed hydrologic modeling requires a strong background in surface hydrological processes, mathematical model development, as well as object-oriented and/or GIS based software coding. The position in climate statistics requires a background in climate and hydrologic sciences as well as in the data sciences (e.g., statistics, data mining and/or nonlinear dynamics, especially for time series and space-time data). The position in earth science informatics requires a background and interest in the climate or hydrologic sciences, as well as in the areas of management, analysis, mining, and visualization of geographic data. This position requires a Ph.D. degree in earth or geosciences, computer sciences, or mathematics/statistics. See project ORNL08-95-CSE.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Biosciences
Biosciences Sciences Division
Biological and Environmental Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A postdoctoral research associate position is available immediately in the Bioenergy Science Program (BESC) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This position will involve research in microbial and plant proteomics, with a particular focus on natural microbial isolates and consortia that degrade cellulose. Work will involve development and evaluation of various mass spectrometry-based technological approaches for characterizing microbial and plant proteomes. Candidate must have a Ph.D. in chemical or biological sciences, and documented research experience in the experimental and computational aspects of both molecular biology and proteome mass spectrometry. This position requires a Ph.D. degree in chemistry or life, health and medical sciences. See project ORNL08-94-BESD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Neutron Scattering Research Using Juelic
Neutron Scattering Sciences Division
Neutron Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Responsibilities include conducting research using neutron scattering as a primary research tool, primarily affiliated with the Neutron Scattering Science Division and in close collaboration with the correlated electron materials group of the Materials Science and Technology Division. This position requires a Ph.D. degree in chemistry, physics, or other physical sciences. See project ORNL08-93-NSSD.

Post Master’s Research Associate in Neutron Scattering Research
Neutron Scattering Sciences Division
Neutron Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Responsibilities include conducting research using neutron scattering as a primary research tool, primarily affiliated with the Neutron Scattering Science Division and in close collaboration with the correlated electron materials group of the Materials Science and Technology Division. This position requires a master's degree in chemistry, physics, or other physical sciences. See project ORNL08-92-NSSD.

Postdoctoral or Post Master’s Research Associate in Carbon Fiber Research and Development
Materials Science & Technology Division
Physical Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Polymer Matrix Composites Group at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory has an opening in development of low cost carbon fiber beginning immediately. This full-time position is focused primarily on investigation and implementation of new carbon fiber precursors and engineering the fiber-matrix interface to achieve desired composite properties. It requires a strong background in surface engineering of fibrous and/or particulate carbon materials, dispersion of nanomaterials in polymers, and characterization of the results. This position requires a Ph.D. or master's degree in materials science, engineering, chemistry or related field. See project ORNL08-91-MSTD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Quantum Optics
Computational Sciences and Engineering
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The successful applicant will participate in the development of novel sources of entangled photons for quantum cryptography, quantum computing, etc. The primary emphasis will be with experimental work, but some theoretical work will also be involved. This position requires a Ph.D. in physics or other physical science. See project ORNL08-90-CSED.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mercury Biogeochemistry
Environmental Sciences Division
Biological and Environmental Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a highly motivated and creative individual skilled in experimental biogeochemistry to work on a project investigating the effect of coupled geochemical, microbiological, and hydrological processes on mercury (Hg) transformations leading to the formation and destruction of methyl mercury in sediment-surface water systems. The successful candidate will focus their research efforts on understanding the geochemical and microbiological processes that control Hg transformation at an industrially contaminated site on the Oak Ridge Reservation. This position requires a Ph.D. in environmental chemistry, geochemistry, soil science, or a related discipline. See project ORNL08-89-ESD.

Post Master’s Research Associate in Electrical Engineering
Energy and Transportation Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Transportation Technology Group in the Energy and Transportation Science Division (ETSD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a researcher to assist in the conduct of heavy truck related projects, gain familiarity with in-house developed analysis software, prepare a draft user’s manual related to in-house developed data analysis software, and to conduct special energy efficiency-based analyses based on field-tested data.The selected candidate will work with other researchers on projects, gain a working familiarity with one or more engine models [e.g., the Argonne National Laboratory developed Powertrain Systems Analysis Toolkit (PSAT)], utilize PSAT to conduct analyses of previously collected field data, gain a working knowledge of the Duty Cycle Generation Tool (DCGenT), and utilize DCGenT to generate duty cycles of interest to DOE, write a user’s manual for DCGenT. Applicants are expected to have an M.S. in electrical engineering with strong demonstrated skills in the areas of Matlab, Labview, and transportation systems. See project ORNL08-88-ETSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mechanical Behavior of Structural Materials (Metals and Alloys) Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Materials Science and Technology Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking exceptional postdoctoral candidates with a Ph.D. degree in materials science, materials engineering or related fields. The candidate must possess a strong background on the mechanical behavior of structural materials, in particular metals and alloys. A strong background on the role of processing, composition and microstructure on the structural performance of alloys (fatigue, creep, environmental effects on mechanical behavior) is required. See project ORNL08-87-MSTD.

Research Participation Program
Center For Food Safety And Applied Nutrition
U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Summit-Argo, Illinois

Project Description: A postdoctoral research project is available in the Research Participation Program at the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The appointee will be assigned to the Division of Food Processing Science and Technology, Food Technology Branch in Summit-Argo, Illinois (near Chicago). This project will pursue an integrated, multidisciplinary approach to investigate the post-harvest production practices that may impact the safety of fresh produce. The appointee will be a member of a multidisciplinary team that will investigate a number of approaches to improving safety, such as: monitoring of produce wash water for pathogens and examination of water as a vehicle for cross-contamination during processing; combination effects of physical and chemical processes for more effective inactivation of pathogens; and effects of packing conditions on indigenous microbial populations and control of pathogens. A doctoral degree received within the past five years is required as is U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status. See project FDA CFSAN 2008-01.

Postdoctoral or Post Master's Research Associate in Distributed Energy Resources
Energy and Transportation Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Distributed Energy - Communications and Controls Center in the Energy and Transportation Science Division (ETSD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a researcher to conduct projects, assist in the expansion of research and manage R&D in the development of projects to support the integration of distributed energy resources. This program is involved in research, demonstration, and technology transfer activities to provide methods for controlling local resources independently to support the grid and provide reliability services. The selected candidate will work with other researchers on projects, collaborate with research staff on future research initiatives, manage research projects, network with related organizations, market potential sponsors for additional research, and prepare proposals and present research results to sponsors and others. Applicants must have an M.S. with a pending Ph.D. in electrical engineering - power systems. See project ORNL08-86-ETSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Materials Chemistry
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Materials Chemistry Group, Chemical Sciences Division (CSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks a postdoctoral associate for a project on developing buffer layers for PV solar cells. The overall objective of this project is to demonstrate buffer layer(s) for textured metal substrate that serve a multifunctional role in the development of single crystalline Photovoltaic (PV) solar cells. Specific goals include the identification of buffer materials that are suitable for selected PV materials and PV deposition processes, demonstration of preferred high-quality epitaxial buffer materials on textured substrate, and development of solution precursors suitable for the epitaxial formation of such buffers using low-cost solution methods. The successful candidates will join an interdisciplinary research team with expertise in thin film growth, materials chemistry, inorganic materials, neutron science and photovoltaics. The position requires a Ph.D. in materials science, chemistry or similar related to the project. See project ORNL08-85-CSD.

Post-Master’s Research Associate in Software Engineering
Neutron Scattering Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The purpose of this position is to support the Beam Instrumentation Group’s LabVIEW-based computer systems. The incumbent, under supervision of a senior Engineer, will implement LabVIEW applications to help build beam instruments and support accelerator commissioning and operation. A B.S. or M.S. in engineering or computer science with one year of working experience with data-acquisition systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. See project ORNL08-84-NSSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Titanium and Titanium Alloy Materials
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Materials Processing Group in the Materials Science and Technology Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratoryhas an immediate opening for a post-doctoral fellow position. The position will involve innovative processing methods for titanium and titanium alloy materials and powders. The candidate will conduct materials processing research using unique processing facilities, which include high-intensity arc lamps, magnetic field processing, and high-power lasers. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research in the above areas and interface with other researchers and technical staff in the modeling, production, and characterization of these materials. A Ph.D. in materials science, or related field, completed within the past five years is required. See project ORNL08-83-MSTD.

Post Master's Research Associate in Experimental Terrestrial Ecology
Environmental Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Environmental Sciences Division of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a highly qualified and motivated ecologist as a field manager and research technician for ongoing climate change experiments. The applicant should have a master's degree in ecology, biology, environmental science, or related field. He or she should be familiar with the methods used to measure plants and plant communities, sample and characterize soil, and prepare plant and soil samples for nutrient and enzyme analyses. The successful candidate will be proficient with data collection, organization, and analysis using Excel, SAS, and other software programs. See project ORNL08-82-ESD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate Experimentalist in Neutron Sources Mechanical Engineering Neutron Facilities Development Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) mercury target cavitation damage mitigation R&D program requires additional engineering support to plan, design & conduct experiments that investigate damage mitigation concepts. These typically involve large scale mercury flow systems with gas injection, acoustics, pressure/shock loading; they require data acquisition for pressure, fluid and gas flow, acoustics, video analysis, etc. Reports to the Neutron Source Development Group Leader as part of the Mercury Target Development Team. Interacts with personnel at all levels within NFDD and other divisions in SNS. The selected applicant will contribute to the planning, design, preparation and performance experiments conducted as part of SNS mercury target cavitation damage mitigation research. Experiments with either small gas bubble injection in mercury or, gas wall creation in mercury flow systems are being investigated. This position requires a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or related field with degree focus on fluids, acoustics and experimentation. See project ORNL08-81-NFDD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Scanning Probe Microscopy for Functional Imaging
Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Nanophase Materials Science (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a candidate to fill a postdoctoral position in the field of scanning probe microscopy. This program takes advantage of recently developed capabilities for Piezoresponse Force Microscopy (PFM) and a family of Band Excitation Scanning Probe Microscopies, including new spectroscopic modes for studies of polarization dynamics and energy transfer in a wide range of materials, including oxides and polymers. The CNMS has a diverse spectrum of nanoscience research activities including emphasis on synthesis and characterization of complex oxides, polymers, catalysts, and nanostructures. This position requires a Ph.D. in the physical sciences, with an emphasis on atomic force microscopy. See project ORNL08-79-CNMS.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Nanotransport via Scanning Tunneling Microscopy
Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking to fill a postdoctoral position in the field of nanotransport. The applicant will be expected to conduct research involving the use of a cryogenic four-probe scanning tunneling microscope (STM) for the study of temperature dependent electron transport in reduced dimensionality of surface-supported nanostructures. The CNMS is a nanoscience user research facility supported by the Office of Science, U.S. Department of Energy. The CNMS has a diverse spectrum of nanoscience research activities including a nanofabrication facility; laboratory-based research on macromolecular materials, catalysts, and functional nanomaterials; characterization with electron microscopes, scanning probes, and x-ray diffraction and scattering; and theory, modeling, and simulation. This position requires a Ph.D. received not more than five years prior to the date of application in condensed matter physics or a related field, with a background in cryogenic STM and transport research in nanoscale and mesoscopic structures. See project ORNL08-78-CNMS.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Fusion Energy
Fusion Energy Division
Energy and Engineering Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Applied Superconductivity Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is currently seeking a postdoctoral research fellow to participate in active research projects on the physics of dielectrics and energy storage devices. In particular this research focuses on understanding dielectric properties of materials and composites and applying such materials to energy storage applications. A strong background in polymeric materials and nanodielectrics is desired. Experience with dielectric spectroscopy is a major plus. The position will involve fabrication of polymeric composites and performing electrical property characterization methods. The candidate will also assist in the dielectrics and high voltage related research. The person in this position will be expected to conduct research in the above areas and interface with other researchers in the fabrication and characterization of dielectrics. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in engineering or physics. See project ORNL08-77-FED.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Beam Instrumentation
Neutron Scattering Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Participation in Spallation Neutron Source Beam Instrumentation design, modeling, prototyping, commissioning and operation. Operate laser based instruments, provide optical design modeling for the preparation laser based H- double electron stripping. A Ph.D. in physics or electrical engineering with research experience in one of the following areas is required: numerical simulations of charged particle beams, design of emittance systems, or measurement and analysis of accelerator beam parameters. See project ORNL08-73-NSSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemical Sciences
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The successful candidate will develop separation procedures and protocols to analyze radioelements and radionuclides using a large array of techniques including ion chromatography and ICP MS. More fundamental separation research will also involve solvent extraction using radiotracers or ICP AES. A strong analytical background is required. Requires a Ph.D. degree in chemistry or closely related field. Applicants cannot have received the most recent degree more than five years prior to the date of application. See project ORNL08-76-CSD.

Postdoctoral Position in Bioinformatics and Microbial Systems Biology
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A postdoctoral position is available in the Bioenergy Science Center at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for an individual with training in computational microbial genomics, proteomics and/or metabolomics. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of investigators that integrate experimental and computational approaches to study and improve microbial systems that can efficiently convert biomass into biofuels. Responsibilities will include annotation and analysis of genomic, transcriptomic and proteomic data as well as metabolic modeling for cultured microbes and environmental microbial communities. The position is primarily computational and will require direct interaction with experimental biologists and with software/database developers. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in bioinformatics, genomics or arelated discipline. See project ORNL08-75-BSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Image Science and Machine Vision Group
Measurement Science and Systems Engineering Division (MSSE)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Image Science and Machine Vision (ISMV) Group within the Engineering Science and Technology Division (ESTD) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral researcher in the field of infrared venous imaging. We seek an individual who is an expert in IR venous imaging and structured lighting, who also has experience in hardware development, modeling, and configuring and conducting laboratory experiments. Requires a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science with a focus on infrared venous imaging, structured lighting, and modeling. See project ORNL08-74-MSSE.

Postgraduate Research Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Risk Management Research Laboratory
Air Pollution Prevention And Control Division
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Project Description: A postdoctoral appointment is available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Risk Management Research Laboratory (NRMRL). The appointment will be served in the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Division (APPCD) in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. The research involves applied experiments using a variety of laboratory, pilot-scale, and full-scale combustion systems and includes the use of animal exposure facilities to test hypothesis of PM toxicity using various animal models. This research integrates particle formation, sampling, and advanced analytical methods using the ATOFMS and other techniques with in-vitro and in-vivo health effect analyses through collaborative efforts with EPA’s National Health and Environmental Effects Research Laboratory (NHEERL). Applicants should have received a doctoral degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering or a closely related field within three years of the desired starting date, or completion of all requirements for the degree should be expected prior to the starting date. See project NRMRL/APPCD-2008-02.

Postgraduate Research Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Exposure Research Laboratory
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Project Description: A postgraduate research opportunity is available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA), National Exposure Research Laboratory (NERL) in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. The appointment will be served in the Human Exposure and Atmospheric Sciences Division (HEASD). NERL’s Environmental Characterization and Apportionment Branch (ECAB) conducts research and development that leads to improved methods, measurements, and models to assess and predict human health and ecosystem exposures to harmful pollutants and other conditions in air, water, soil, and food.This postgraduate research opportunity is available within ECAB to investigate the emission, transformation, and deposition of atmospheric mercury species on local, regional, and global scales. Applicants should have received a graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in a relevant field within three years of the desired starting date, or completion of all requirements for the degree should be expected prior to the starting date.See project NERL-HEASD-2008-01.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Building Envelopes Program
Energy and Transportation Science Division (ETSD)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Building Envelopes Program (BEP) in the Energy and Transportation Science Division (ETSD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a researcher to conduct projects, assist in the expansion of research and manage R&D in the development of projects to support the BEP. This program is involved in research, demonstration, and technology transfer activities to provide more energy-efficient and sustainable building wall, roof, and foundation systems. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in engineering or physics. See project ORNL08-72-ETSD.

Postgraduate Research Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Risk Management Research Laboratory
Air Pollution Prevention And Control Division
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Project Description: A postdoctoral appointment is available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Risk Management Research Laboratory (NRMRL). The appointment will be served with the Office of Research and Development, Air Pollution Prevention and Control Division (APPCD) in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. The participant will have the opportunity to propose, develop, and conduct applied research examining formation and quantification of organic air toxics from combustion and industrial sources as part of a comprehensive program at the EPA's combustion research facility. Investigators from APPCD are engaged in a laboratory- and field- focused research program to quantify emissions of air toxics from industrial, combustion-related, and uncontrolled burning sources of pollutants. A postdoctoral fellow will be placed in this program to conduct original research through both laboratory experiments and field sampling efforts. Applicants should have received a doctoral degree in environmental sciences (chemistry, physics) or engineering (chemical, mechanical, environmental) or a closely related field within three years of the desired starting date, or completion of all requirements for the degree should be expected prior to the starting date. See project NRMRL/APPCD-2008-01.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Protein Dynamics
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Biosciences Division at the Oak Ridge National Labortaory is seeking to fill a postdoctoral research position in protein dynamics . Motions in proteins play a key role in their function. The research here will provide a framework for understanding correlated protein dynamics by combining high-performance simulation with experiments on a next-generation neutron source, the new Spallation Neutron Source at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Specifically, we aim to (i) Develop Methodologies will be developed for obtaining simplified descriptions of protein dynamics from computer simulation that are suitable for direct interpretation of dynamic neutron scattering experiments. (ii) Perform experiments and simulations investigating the Pressure Dependence of Protein Dynamics. (iii) Understand the dynamics of protein:protein interactions and correlated intermolecular motions in protein crystals. An important aspect of the work will be methodological work aimed at obtaining simplified descriptions of protein dynamics from computer simulation that are amenable for direct use in neutron scattering analysis. A Ph.D. in chemistry, physics or computer sciences or closely related field is required. See project ORNL08-71-BSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Beam Instrumentation
Research Accelerator Division
Neutron Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Participate in SNS Beam Instrumentation design, modeling, prototyping, commissioning and operation provide computational beam dynamics support for the preparation and analysis of commissioning studies. Position is temporary for 12 months with possible renewal for one to two more years. This position reports to the SNS Beam Instrumentation group leader and will work closely with other members of the Beam Instrumentation Team within the Accelerator Physics Group. The position will interface with physicists, post-docs, engineers, students, technicians, and operators in the various technical groups within the Research Accelerator Division and the other SNS divisions. A Ph.D. in physics or electrical engineering with research experience in one of the following areas required: numerical simulation of charged particle beams, design of emittance system, or measurement and analysis of accelerator beam parameters. See project ORNL08-70-NSSD.

Faculty and/or Postgraduate Research Participation Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Center for Environmental Assessment
Arlington, Virginia

Project Description: A research training opportunity is currently available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in Arlington, Virginia. The project is in the Quantitative Risk Methods Group (QRMG), Washington Division. The appointee should have experience in application of pharmacokinetic modeling in human health assessment. The participant will have the opportunity to be part of a team of EPA scientists looking at current and concretely foreseeable technologies to strengthen practice in application of pharmacokinetic data and models in the field quantitative human health risk assessment. The principal focus will be on models to support cancer or noncancer risk assessments of the EPA IRIS risk assessment program. Applicants for this project can include the following: individuals seeking post graduate training after completing an advanced scientific degree in a relevant field, and individuals holding university faculty appointments. Other applicants, including established scientists interested in new training activities, will be considered on a case by case basis. See project EPA-NCEA 2008-03.

Post-Master's Research Associates for the Bio-SANS Beam Line
Chemical Sciences Division
Center for Structural Molecular Biology
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Structural Molecular Biology (CSMB) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) operates the Biological Small-Angle Neutron Scattering (Bio-SANS) beam line and user research program at the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR). The CSMB conducts biological research on the structure, function and dynamics of macromolecular systems and assemblies, with particular focus and strengths in using small angle scattering, single crystal and membrane diffraction. The CSMB has an immediate opening for a Post-Master's Associate for the Bio-SANS beam line. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary research team of chemists and bio-physicists and will serve as the technical specialist in assisting users and CSMB personnel in the performance of experiments using Bio-SANS. The successful candidate must have an MS degree or equivalent in science or engineering that was obtained within the last 5 years. See project ORNL08-69-CSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associates for the Bio-SANS Beam Line
Chemical Sciences Division
Center for Structural Molecular Biology
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Structural Molecular Biology (CSMB) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) operates the Biological Small-Angle Neutron Scattering (Bio-SANS) beam line and user research program at the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR). The CSMB conducts biological research on the structure, function and dynamics of macromolecular systems and assemblies, with particular focus and strengths in using small angle scattering, single crystal and membrane diffraction. CSMB has an immediate opening for a Post-Doctoral Fellow for the Bio-SANS Beam Line. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary research team of chemists and bio-physicists at the Bio-SANS facility to support and develop neutron scattering analysis of biological macromolecules. A Ph.D. completed within the last 5 years in physical sciences (physics, bio-physics, physical chemistry or material science) is required.See project ORNL08-68-CSD.

Research Participation Program
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Preparedness, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases
Atlanta, Georgia

Project Description: A project is available in the Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion, Clinical and Environmental Microbiology Branch, of the National Center for Preparedness, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia. The research will focus on influenza and related viral persistence and infectivity in varying environmental conditions. The participant will assist with the development of an aerosol chamber to assess infectivity of respiratory viruses, including those related to influenza, over time and distance in varying environmental conditions and substrates. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in biology or microbiology and extensive knowledge of viral aerosol generation, sampling, and analysis and experience in environmental microbiology and applying molecular biology tools. See project CDC NCPDCID 2008-0013.

Postdoctoral Research Associates for the Manufacturing Engineering Laboratory
Computational Sciences and Engineering Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Computational Sciences and Engineering Division at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking candidates for a postdoctoral position to develop and explore future concepts in the area software tool development to speed the development and testing of semantics-based standards that enable the integration of software applications for manufacturing. One specific area of common interest is related to Business to Business (B2B) software applications for e-commerce. This will require a good understanding of several key research areas, such as web services, semantic web, and software tool development. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in computer engineering, computer science, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or related. See project ORNL08-67-CSED.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Bio-inspired Membrane Systems
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Structural Molecular Biology (CSMB) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks a post-doctoral associate for a project on biomimetic conversion of solar energy to electrical or chemical energy. The CSMB is engaged in research related to protein structure and function using small angle scattering and crystallographic techniques and is responsible for managing the BioSANS instrument at ORNL. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team with expertise in photosynthesis, polymer chemistry, neutron science and organic photovoltaics. The position requires a Ph.D. in chemistry, biophysics or similar discipline related to the project. Expertise in polymer science and characterization using small-angle X-ray or neutron scattering techniques is highly desirable. See project ORNL08-65-CSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Vehicle Imaging, Detection and Tracking
Electronics, Sensors, and Controls Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Image Science and Machine Vision (ISMV) Group within the Electronics, Sensors, and Controls Division (ESCD) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral researcher in the field of vehicle imaging, detection and tracking. The successful candidate will work on an ongoing project to detect and track vehicles in video streams Part-time participation in biomedical and other imaging and pattern recognition projects is also possible. Some travel may be required. The successful candidate must have a recent Ph.D. in electrical engineering or computer science with a strong background in image processing and pattern recognition. Strong programming skills and familiarity with multithreading software is desired. See project ORNL08-63-ESCD.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Tool Development
National Center for Computational Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Technology Integration Group at the National Center for Computational Sciences (NCCS) is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associatte to work on providing end-user tools for easing code application porting, analysis, optimization, transformation, and development to NCCS’s peta-scale class platforms. To be considered for this position, applicants need to have completed a Ph.D. degree, and have experience developing middle-ware for parallel distributed systems. The person should be experienced with C, C++, or Fortran90, shell scripting languages, and willing to work in a team enrionment, and collaborate with external partners. See project ORNL08-62-NCCS.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in MPI-I/O
National Center for Computational Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Technology Integration Group at the National Center for Computational Sciences (NCCS) is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associatte to work in the area of Parallel I/O, and genral run-time issues. To be considered for this position, applicants need to have completed a Ph.D. degree, and have experience developing middle-ware for parallel distributed systems. The person should be experienced with C, C++, or Fortran90, shell scripting languages, and willing to work in a team enrionment, and collaborate with external partners. See project ORNL08-61-NCCS.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Neutron Scattering
Neutron Scattering Science Division
Spallation Neutron Source
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

The high pressure group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral scientist to work within the single crystal diffraction group on the newly operating neutron diffraction instrument SNAP. SNAP is one of the newest instruments at the Spallation Neutron Source at Oak Ridge and has recently received first neutrons. Applicants need to have completed a Ph.D. degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, earth sciences or a related field. Previous high pressure technique experience is not a requirement for consideration. We encourage interested persons with crystal structure refinement experience either using neutron or X-ray data to apply. Particular attention will be given to candidates with data reduction and analysis software development experience. See project ORNL08-60-NSSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Extractive Separations
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: This postdoctoral research position entails a combination of fundamental and applied chemistry, and the candidate should be willing to work in both areas. In general, research will focus on liquid-liquid extraction and ion exchange using novel materials to effect the selective separation of inorganic ions. The applied research activity involves exploratory studies leading to the development of separation processes of large economic impact in the minerals industry. As such, this work will not result in publications in the open chemical literature; benefits to the participant will be training in industrial chemistry, experience in a multidisciplinary activity involving chemists and engineers, possible inventions, and technical reports. Fundamental research will entail investigating the structural and thermodynamic properties of liquid-liquid extraction systems involving designed ion receptors. The goal of this work will involve gaining understanding of the thermodynamics of liquid-liquid extraction and the underlying basis for selectivity. The success criterion of the fundamental research is publications in the chemical literature. See project ORNL08-59-CSD.

Cyber Security Research Position
Computational Sciences and Engineering Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Cyberspace Sciences & Information Intelligence Research (CSIIR) Group at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks candidates for a postdoctoral position in cyber security and information assurance research. The successful candidate will be expected to be innovative and creative in the developing of new research ideas, participate in ongoing research projects, and to participate in the proposals development process for potential funding of research projects. The successful candidate must have extensive knowledge and demonstrated abilities with LAN/WAN hardware, network layer protocols, VPN’s, Security, QoS, Remote/Local Access, Muliti-Service (Voice and Video, Campus/MAN, WAN, Transmission Systems, SCADA Systems, Wireless and evolving protocols such as IPv6. This position requires a recent Ph.D. in cyber security, computer science, operations research, mathematics, or a closely related discipline. See project ORNL08-58-CSED.

Faculty and/or Postgraduate Research Participation Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Center for Environmental Assessment
Arlington, Virginia

Project Description: A research project training opportunity for faculty and/or postgraduates is currently available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in Arlington, Virginia. This project is with the Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) Program which is part of the Immediate Office of the NCEA Director. The IRIS Program develops health assessments for chemicals of concern to EPA and provides a nationally and internationally used data base of toxicity information that is utilized in risk assessments, site-specific environmental decisions, and rulemaking. The selected individual will be trained in tasks related to IRIS health assessments. This might include the scientific analysis and development of multiple, concurrent health assessments for IRIS in accordance with a set of priorities and a schedule, response to peer review and EPA consensus review comments, interaction with other scientists to identify and resolve scientific issues in a timely manner, and completion of final IRIS summaries and support documents for the data base. Applicants must be either university faculty members or have received a postdoctoral degree within five years of the desired starting date. See project EPA NCEA 2008-02.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Organic Synthesis
Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Decription: The Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking to fill a postdoctoral position in the field of organic synthesis. The applicant will conduct research involving general organic synthesis of novel molecules, oligomers, dendrimers and deuterated monomers on collaborative projects with researchers from the Spallation Neutron Source and the Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences. This position requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry, with specialization in organic synthesis and characterization. Experience in polymer chemistry and dendrimer synthesis is desired. See project ORNL08-57-CNMS.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Materials Joining Science and Technology
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A postdoctoral research associate position is available in the area of materials joining and allied science and technology. The research emphases is expected to focus on solid-state joining technology development of advanced materials and the property of joint materials exposed to hydrogen and other extreme conditions. The successful applicant should have a strong background and interest in materials joining with demonstrated capability of innovative and independent research. This position requires strong hands-on experience in operating materials joining equipment and mechanical testing of weld joints. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Welding, Materials Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related science and engineering discipline at the time of appointment. See project ORNL08-54-MSTD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate
Geosciences Division
National Energy Technology Laboratory
Pittsburgh, Pa.

Project Description: National Energy Technology Laboratory has a postdoctoral research associate position in the area of research on use of microwave heating in unconventional CO2–enhanced oil recovery. The ideal candidate will need to have pertinent background with a Ph.D. degree in geology, fuel chemistry, or in electrical or chemical engineering. Other related backgrounds will also be considered, but the candidate must be an experimentalist, someone who is good at lab work and enjoys problem solving, exploring new areas of research, and thinking “outside the box.” See project NETL08-01.

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Molecular Microbiology
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Postdoctoral positions are available in the Biosciences Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for individuals with training in microbiology, biochemistry, or genetics. Successful candidates will join a multidisciplinary team working to identify and characterize protein interaction networks in microbes. This research is part of the ORNL Center for Molecular and Cellular Systems (CMCS) which was established in 2002 as part of the Department of Energy’s Genomics: GTL program with the goal of understanding the molecular basis of biological function in a broad range of environmental microbes. Projects include validation of predicted protein interactions and functional analysis using molecular methods (e.g. gene deletions, microarray analysis), comparative genomic and proteomic studies, and structural analysis of protein complexes. The position requires a Ph.D. in microbiology, biochemistry, genetics or a related field. See project ORNL08-50-BSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Nanofabrication Research
Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking to fill a postdoctoral position in the Nanofabrication Research Laboratory. The program involves active research projects focused on the development of nanoscale chemical and biological patterning techniques and their application to understanding self-assembly, biological recognition processes, and molecular transport. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. within the last four years in chemical or biomedical engineering, materials science, chemistry, biophysics or a related field. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with a broad range of nano- and microfabrication techniques with an emphasis on electron beam, ion beam, or scanning probe lithography. See project ORNL08-49-CNMS.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Nuclear Materials Science and Technology
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: One postdoctoral associate position is available in the area of experimental materials science and technology for nuclear applications. The research emphases will be effects of neutron irradiation on mechanical properties and microstructural evolutions in engineering ceramics, ceramic composites, and metallic alloys for advanced nuclear fission and fusion energy applications. The successful applicant should have a strong interest in nuclear materials and be capable of innovative and independent research in this area. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Materials Science/Engineering or equivalent at the time of appointment. The position requires hands-on experience in mechanical properties evaluation and transmission electron microscopy. See project ORNL08-48-MSTD.

Environmental Informatics/Junior Java Developer
Environmental Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Environmental Sciences Division (ESD) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has an opening for a recent bachelor's or master's student in its Environmental Data Science & Systems science area. We are seeking a recent (within the last 5 years) graduate interested in applying programming skills to the development of environmental informatics tools and the distribution of environmental data. The candidate will join a team of programmers and scientists working on the ORNL Distributed Active Archive Center (DAAC) for biogeochemical dynamics and the Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) Archive. The ORNL DAAC is one of eight DAACs for NASA’s Earth Observing System and is responsible for gathering, distributing and adding value to biogeochemical data used in validation of NASA satellite data products and earth science program. Required skills include software development using OOD techniques, good understanding in multi-tier application development and MVC architectural pattern, Internet applications development on systems that include tolls and technologies like using Java, J2EE, Java servlets, JSP, Java framework (JSF, Spring or Struts), Java multi-threading, Tomcat, Apache web server, Web 2.0 development, Ajax toolkits, Style Sheets, JavaScript, open source widgets, XML, XSLT, XML Schema, Linux and Windows OS, and various open source tools. A master’s degree in computer sciences, earth and geosciences, or environmental and marine sciences is required. See project ORNL08-47-ESD.

Computational Biologist / Bioinformaticist
Postdoctoral - Data Integration
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Biosciences Division (BSD) of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Computational Biologist / Bioinformaticist to support a team in the design of data management and data integration systems and tools. These activities would support the new BioEnergy Sciences Center (BESC), a five-year project which is using multiple techniques to understand the structure of biomass and its recalcitrance to processing by enzyme systems. The position requires a M.S. or Ph.D. in computational sciences with a strong background in data management and data integration, including detailed working knowledge of relational databases, laboratory and workflow management systems, or a Ph.D. in computational biology with a strong background and research experience in data, analysis, and visualization systems. See project ORNL08-46-BSD.

Postgraduate Research Participation Program
National Center for Environmental Assessment
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Cincinnati, Ohio

Project Description: A research project training opportunity is available with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in Cincinnati, Ohio. Under the guidance of a research mentor and other EPA investigators, the participant will contribute to the Causal Analysis/Diagnosis Decision Information System (CADDIS). CADDIS is a knowledge base with decision-support tools that enables environmental managers to determine the probable causes of biological impairments in aquatic systems. The research participant will join EPA scientists in developing methods for integrating, deriving, and synthesizing ecological information for the purpose of understanding and identifying causes of ecological effects and degradation of aquatic systems.Applicants should have received a master’s or doctorate degree in ecology or other appropriate scientific field within four years of the desired starting date. See project EPA-NCEA 2008-01.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Plant Proteomics
Bioenergy Science Center
Biological and Environmental Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Bioenergy Science Center located at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of investigators undertaking a broad, integrated approach aimed at ultimately improving feedstock chemistry to enhance the conversion of biomass to biofuels. The approaches being used in this study include bioinformatics, comparative and functional genomics, gene expression and protein interaction studies to better understand cellulose biosynthesis in plants. The postdoc will be expected to contribute to the proteomics aspect of the project. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry or a related field and will be expected to work closely with the Proteomics group at ORNL to establish a plant protein expression and interaction platform. See project ORNL08-45-ESD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Gene Expression and Analysis
Bioenergy Science Center
Biological and Environmental Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Bioenergy Science Center located at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of investigators undertaking a broad, integrated approach aimed at ultimately improving feedstock chemistry to enhance the conversion of biomass to biofuels. The approaches being used in this study include bioinformatics, comparative and functional genomics, gene expression and protein interaction studies to better understand cellulose biosynthesis in plants. The postdoc will be expected to contribute to the gene expression and analysis aspect of the project. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics or a related field. Prior experience with gene expression techniques, microarray data analysis and pathway analysis is required. See project ORNL08-44-ESD.

Postdoctoral Researcher(s) in Materials Theory
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: One or more postdoctoral researcher positions are available in the broad areas of materials and condensed matter theory in the Materials Science and Technology Division of Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The research emphases include structural and transport properties of low-dimensional electronic, magnetic, or spintronic materials; and first-principles design of novel nanostructured materials for clean energy. The successful applicants will work with Dr. Zhenyu Zhang of the Materials Theory Group, with strong collaborations with experimentalists. A Ph.D. in physics or other physical sciences is required. See project ORNL08-43-MSTD.

Post-Master’s Associate in Forensic Mass Spectrometry
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a post-master’s associate to research fingerprints on IED fragments. Applications are sought from highly creative and motivated individuals with experience in forensic mass spectrometry. A master’s degree is required in chemistry or related science, plus experience in forensic mass spectrometry. Applicants cannot have received the most recent degree more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. See project ORNL08-42-CSD.

Postdoctoral Associate in Carbon Nanomaterial Chemistry and Hybrid Architectures
Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking to fill a postdoctoral position in the Functional Hybrid Nanostructures group. The applicant will purify, synthetically modify, and characterize single-walled and multi-walled carbon nanotubes and related nanomaterials and will carry out research dispersing these materials in conducting polymers to develop novel functional nanocomposites. The position requires a Ph.D. completed within last 4 years in organic or polymer chemistry, or materials science. Experience in organic synthesis and characterization, and standard analytical techniques are required, with experience in carbon nanotube chemistry or processing. See project ORNL08-40-CNMS.

Postdoctoral Associate in Environmental Microbial Ecology and Physiology
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A postdoctoral position is available in the Biosciences Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) for an individual with training in environmental microbiology and microbial ecology. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of investigators who apply advanced techniques to understand the physiology and ecology of microorganisms in support of U.S. Department of Energy missions and will also interact with members of the BioEnergy Science Center (BESC) from other institutions. There will be opportunities to be involved in other projects within the BESC established at ORNL, which will use cutting-edge approaches (including single cell genomics, metagenomics, environmental proteomics and transcriptomics) to study and enhance biomass conversion into biofuels. Candidates must have a Ph.D., broad training in microbiology and molecular biology and demonstrated ability to work independently as well as interact with others as part of a team. See project ORNL08-39-BSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Carbon Nanostructures for Hydrogen Storage
Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking to fill a postdoctoral position in the Functional Hybrid Nanostructures group. The applicant will purify, synthetically modify, and characterize single-wall carbon nanohorns, single-walled and multi-walled carbon nanotubes, carbon quantum dots, and other nanostructures, and will carry out research to test and modify these materials for use as hydrogen storage media. A Ph.D. within last 4 years in organic or polymer chemistry, or materials science is required. Experience in organic synthesis and characterization, and standard analytical techniques is also required, with experience in carbon nanotube chemistry or processing highly desirable. See project ORNL08-37-CNMS.

Research Participation Program - Nanomaterials Risk Assessment
National Center For Environmental Assessment (NCEA)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Project Description: A postdoctoral or visiting scientist research project is currently available at the National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. The project is interdisciplinary in nature, focusing on developing a strategy for the comprehensive assessment of the environmental and health impacts related to selected nanomaterials. This project encompasses a broad range of tasks, but a fundamental requirement is the ability to procure information from the published literature and other sources and evaluate such information for its scientific credibility, consistency, and utility. Applicants should have received a doctoral degree in a relevant field, such as physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, economics, engineering, psychology, philosophy, or a related discipline. See project EPA-NCEA-RTP 2007-04.

Postgraduate Research Participation Program
National Center for Environmental Assessment
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Cincinnati, Ohio

Project Description: A research project is available through the Postgraduate Research Participation Program at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Ecological Risk Assessment Support Center (ERASC) provides technical information and addresses scientific questions on topics relevant to ecological risk assessment at hazardous waste sites for EPA’s Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response (OSWER) and the Regional Superfund/Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) staff. Under the guidance of the Director of ERASC, the participant will be involved in developing responses to requests from the Ecological Risk Assessment Forum (ERAF), a group of EPA regional and Headquarters’ risk assessors that addresses ecological issues pertaining to hazardous waste sites. Applicants should have a master’s degree or higher in ecological science or a closely related field within four years of the desired starting date. See project EPA-NCEA-RTP 2007-03.

Agronomist/Bioenergy Feedstock Analyst
Environmental Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The Environmental Sciences Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is opening a position for a Bioenergy Feedstock Analyst. The successful applicant will be responsible for compiling and analyzing experimental data on bioenergy feedstocks with respect to environmental factors and ecological gradients. Completed analyses will contribute to national assessments of feedstock. The successful applicant will be expected to communicate results in public forums and through peer-reviewed publications. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in agronomy, plant science, soil science, environmental science, or some related discipline in the field of natural resources. See project ORNL08-33-ESD.

Postdoctoral Position in Bioinformatics and Microbial Systems Biology
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: ORNL is seeking a postdoctoral researcher with demonstrated expertise in condensed matter physics. Responsibilities include conducting research using neutron scattering as a primary research tool, which will promote and support the use of the wide Angular-Range Chopper Spectrometer (ARCS) at the Spallation Neutron Source. Possible areas of research include correlated electron materials, electron-phonon coupled systems or superconductivity. Experience with neutron and/or x-ray scattering experiments, and knowledge of magnetism, superconductivity, phonons or correlated electrons is advantageous, but not required. Candidates with a recent Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science, or related fields will be considered. See project ORNL08-32-NSSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate: Protein Structure, Function & Dynamics
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: A postdoctoral position is immediately available, to work on challenging problems in molecular biochemistry and biophysics that combine neutron diffraction and spectroscopic measurements with state-of-the-art molecular dynamics simulation. The postdoctoral research associate will work with biophysicists and computational biologists on biomolecular simulations of enzyme catalysis and focus on understanding the role of various factors, including intrinsic protein dynamics, in enzyme function. The successful candidate will have experience in all aspects of experimental protein crystallography, especially high-resolution analysis and computational modeling. A Ph.D. in lfe health and medical sciences, chemistry, or physics is required. See project ORNL08-30-CSD.

Research Associate/Technician Posts
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The Center for Structural Molecular Biology (CSMB) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory has positions available for three research associate/technicians. The group is engaged in research related to protein structure and function using small angle scattering, membrane diffraction and crystallographic techniques. Experience is required in purifying recombinant proteins from bacterial or eukaryotic sources using a variety of techniques including column chromatography, centrifugation, ultrafiltration, refolding, and differential precipitation. The successful candidate will assist in the maintenance and general running of the laboratory and provide technical support to other group members. A master’s degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology or a related discipline, or the equivalent knowledge and experience, is required. See project ORNL08-29-CSD.

Postdoctoral Research Position
Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is currently seeking a recent Ph.D. graduate as a postdoctoral research fellow to participate in active research projects at the nanoscience/biological sciences boundary. In particular this research focuses on understanding strategies used in complex biological systems and applying similar strategies to synthetic (non-biological) nanoscale systems. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. degree. This position requires experience in analysis, modeling, and simulation of complex stochastic systems, as well as hands-on experimental experience working with complex systems. The successful candidate will both participate in active CNMS user projects and develop in-house research directions. See project ORNL08-28-CNMS.

Postdoctoral Research Associate In Diamond Thin-Film Growth Studies
Material Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: In anticipation of funding in the near term, a postdoctoral opening will be available in thin-film growth studies of diamond. The prospective candidate is expected to be a recent graduate in materials science, applied physics, or electrical engineering. Strong background in the study of surface processes occurring in thin-film growth is required. The candidate must have practical experience in thin-film growth of diamond by chemical vapor deposition using plasma techniques including plasma or arc jets, and standard characterization techniques for diamond films including Raman and optical spectroscopes, x-ray diffraction, and scanning and transmission electron microscopy. A Ph.D. degree in materials science, physics or electrical engineering is required. See project ORNL08-25-MSTD.

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analyst
Environmental Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The Environmental Sciences Division (ESD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory has several openings for research associate positions beginning immediately. These positions involve the use of geographic information systems in hydrological modeling, and ecological indicators and regional simulation of ecological impacts. The candidate should be willing to work closely with other research staff in multiple capacities including contributing to a team designed to develop integrated ecological models and supporting the GIS and data needs of research team members. A master’s degree in geography, ecology, soil science, forestry or related field is required. See project ORNL08-24-ESD.

Combined Scanning Transmission and Scanning Probe Microscopy of Ferroelectrics
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The Materials Science and Technology Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a candidate to fill a postdoctoral position in the field of combined scanning transmission electron microscopy and scanning probe microscopy of ferroelectric thin films. This program takes advantage of ORNL’s suite of advanced electron microscopes, including 4 aberration-corrected instruments, as well as recently acquired (S)TEM/STM and (S)TEM/AFM capabilities. This position requires a Ph.D. in materials science, physics, or a related field, with an emphasis on advanced TEM or STEM. See project ORNL08-23-MSTD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate: Virus Structure and Function
Neutron Scattering Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: We seek a Biophysicist/Biochemist or Physicist to work on Small Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS) and neutron reflectivity analysis of virus structure and function. Arthropod borne viruses (arboviruses) are transmitted by blood sucking insects and cause some of the most devastating diseases known to human and veterinary medicine. Sindbis virus is prototypic of the arboviruses. The ultimate goal is to elucidate the infection mechanism of Sindbis across several levels of complexity. A Ph.D. degree in physics, chemistry or life health and medical sciences is required. See project ORNL08-22-CSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate: Virus Structure and Function
Neutron Scattering Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: We seek a Biophysicist/Biochemist or Physicist to work on Small Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS) and neutron reflectivity analysis of virus structure and function. Arthropod borne viruses (arboviruses) are transmitted by blood sucking insects and cause some of the most devastating diseases known to human and veterinary medicine. Sindbis virus is prototypic of the arboviruses. The ultimate goal is to elucidate the infection mechanism of Sindbis across several levels of complexity. A Ph.D. degree in physics, chemistry or life health and medical sciences is required. See project ORNL08-21-NSSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Microbial Physiology/Functional Genomics
Bioenergy Science Center
Biological and Environmental Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Bioenergy Science Center located at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The successful postdoc will apply, utilize, and develop noel methods for gene expression analysis, DNA polymorphism detection and transcriptional regulation in microorganisms such as Clostridium thermocellum. Existing techniques will include high-density micro arrays analysis and RNA profiling methods will be developed in the context of high-throughput de-novo sequencing (e.g. 454) approaches. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, or a related field. See project ORNL08-18-BSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Systems in Complex-Oxide Heterostructures
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The Materials Science and Technology Division of Oak Ridge National Laboratory invites applications from experimental scientists for a postdoctoral researcher to strengthen our ongoing efforts in the physics of oxide thin film heterostructures by pulsed laser deposition. The work will involve the growth and characterization of epitaxial heterostructures and superlattices consisting of magnetic, ferroelectric, multiferroic, and thermoelectric oxides, as well as the study of collective properties arising from the coupling at small length scales within superlattices and across heterointerfaces. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in physics, chemistry, or materials science. See project ORNL08-17-MSTD.

Engineering Graduates Needed for Superhydrophobic Materials Fabrication and Characterization
Engineering Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The Photonics Group in the Engineering Science and Technology Division (ESTD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking to identify a post doctoral and/or post master candidate. ESTD is seeking engineering graduates with training and experience in superhydrophobic materials fabrication and characterization. The Photonics Group consists of staff members who develop a variety of superhydrophobic and nanostructured materials through innovative and cost-effective research and development. The selected candidate will conduct research and development in the areas of superhydrophobic material (fabrication and characterization) and drawn nanostructured materials. A master’s and/or Ph.D. degree in engineering or applied physics is required. See project ORNL08-16-ESTD.

Software Testing and Analysis Postgraduate Position
Computational Sciences and Engineering Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The Computational Sciences and Engineering Division at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking candidates for a postgraduate position to develop and explore future concepts in the area of software testing and validation. This will require a good understanding of several key research areas, such as web services, semantic web, and conformance testing tool development. Extensive experience in developing web-based electronic health records systems is required. A master's or Ph.D. degree in computer engineering or computer science is required. See project ORNL08-15-CSED.

Postgraduate Research Associate in Fuels, Engines, and Emission Research
Engineering Sciences and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: The successful candidate(s) will perform research on advanced emission control technologies and/or advanced engine combustion. Emission control research for internal combustion engines will likely have an emphasis on understanding the effect of chemical reactions taking place inside NOx abatement devices, oxidation catalysts, and/or particulate filters. Engine combustion research may include effects of fuel chemistry on PCCI combustion, HCCI combustion, and/or low-temperature combustion. Ph.D. or Master’s degree required. A background in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or chemistry is preferred, although other disciplines might also be considered. See project ORNL08-13-ESTD.

Postgraduate Research Associate in Systems Engineer in Enterprise Knowledge-Based Systems
Engineering Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: Individual will conduct research and development in the areas of transportation security and transportation system planning and assessments and will help design, develop, and implement enterprise decision support systems. The individual will work with researchers in the Decision Engineering Group, Engineering Science and Technology Division, and across ORNL. Applicants should have an M.S./Ph.D. in operations research, systems engineering, engineering management, decision sciences, modeling and simulation, and computer science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. See project ORNL08-14-ESTD.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neutron Scattering
Neutron Scattering Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project description: This position will include conducting research on correlated quantum materials using neutron scattering as a primary research tool, primarily affiliated with the Neutron Scattering Science Division and in close collaboration with the correlated electron materials group of the Materials Science and Technology Division. Candidates with a recent Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related fields will be considered. See project ORNL08-11-NSSD.

Postdoctoral Associate in Fueling Research in Magnetized Fusion Plasmas
Fusion Energy/Energy and Engineering Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The ORNL Magnetic Fusion Experimental Program carries out research on fueling and edge physics in magnetically confined fusion plasmas. Research topics include pellet plasma interactions, pellet mass deposition, edge localized mode interactions, and particle transport. The position would involve experimental research using ORNL developed pellet injection technology to contribute significantly to research in all of these topics. A Ph.D. in physics or engineering is required. See project ORNL08-09-FED.

Neutron Scattering Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Neutron Scattering Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: ORNL is seeking a post-doctoral researcher with demonstrated expertise in condensed matter physics. Experience with neutron and/or x-ray scattering experiments, and knowledge of magnetism and/or correlated electron systems is advantageous, but not absolutely required. Responsibilities include conducting research on magnetic nanoparticles using inelastic neutron scattering as a primary research tool. Secondary goals may include sample synthesis and characterization as well as numerical simulation. The successful candidate will be primarily affiliated with the Neutron Scattering Science Division. A Ph.D. degree in physics is required. Applicants cannot have received the most recent degree more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. See project ORNL08-08-NSSD.

Research Participation Program
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
College Park, Maryland

Project Description: A project is available in the Research Participation Program at the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The appointee will be assigned to the Office of Food Safety (OFS) in College Park, Maryland. A project is available for a research fellow to assist to the FDA’s review of the entomological adulteration of food, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices. A doctoral degree received within the past five years is preferred. The training involves FDA’s regulator mission and the safety of the nation’s food supply. Therefore, the fellow must have pursued studies leading to a doctoral degree in the area of entomology and/or other appropriate biological science(s). See project FDA CFSAN 2007-19.

Research Participation Program
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
College Park, Maryland

Project Description: A project is available in the Research Participation Program at the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The appointee will be assigned to the Office of Food Safety (OFS) in College Park, Maryland. The research fellow will assist the Agency’s review of processes and equipment design to determine if they meet regulatory requirements and to review current regulation requirements. A doctoral degree received within the past five years is preferred. The scope of this project involves FDA’s regulatory mission and the safety of the nation’s food supply. Therefore the fellow must have pursued studies leading to a doctoral degree in the area of food engineering. See project FDA CFSAN 2007-18.

Research Participation Program
Center For Biologics Evaluation And Research
U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Rockville, Park, Maryland

Project Description: A project is available in the Research Participation Program at the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The appointee will be assigned to the Malaria Research Program, Division of Emerging and Transfusion Transmitted Diseases in Rockville, Maryland. The research fellow candidate will participate in projects developing malaria parasite detection assays suitable for blood donor screening, identifying biomarkers of malaria immunity and pathogenesis, and constructing and characterizing genetically modified malaria parasites of attenuated virulence. See project FDA CBER 2007-03.

Research Participation Program
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Health Marketing
Atlanta, GA

Project Description: A project is available in the Division of Health Communication within the National Center for Health Marketing (NCHM) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia. The candidate will participate in research analysis within the Division of Health Communication. This includes conducting research and audience analysis related to NCHM’s public health communication and health marketing objectives under the direction of the Senior Research Analyst. A master’s or doctoral degree in public health, behavioral sciences, marketing research, or relevant field is required. See project CDC NCHM 2008-0002.

Computational Molecular Biophysics
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Immediate opportunity for graduate and postdoctoral research in computational molecular biophysics, in the new Center for Molecular Biophysics at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The Center interfaces closely with the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) and the National Leadership Supercomputing Center at Oak Ridge. The research will primarily involve the use of computer simulation in investigating the dynamical properties of biological macromolecules. A master's and/or Ph.D. degree is required in chemistry, physics, or computer science. Applications are invited from outstanding applicants with a good publication record in high-quality journals, a solid grounding in theoretical physics or chemistry and experience in one of the above fields. See project ORNL08-01-BSD.

Neutron Scattering Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Neutron Scattering Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Responsibilities include conducting scientific research using neutron scattering as a primary research tool, which will promote and support the use of the Macromolecular diffractometer (MaNDi) at the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS). A Ph.D. degree is required in one of the physical sciences Applicants cannot have received the most recent degree more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. See project ORNL07-82-NSSD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate
in the Radiation Transportation & Criticality Group
Nuclear Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A postdoctoral research associate position is available immediately in the Radiation Transport and Criticality Group at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This position will involve research in the use of radiation transport codes in dosimetry calculations for varied nuclear applications. The work requires a nuclear engineer, physicist or mathematician who has expertise in computer programming. A Ph.D. is required in computer sciences, engineering, or mathematics and statistics. See project ORNL07-81-NSTD.

Postdoctoral Fellow in Materials Science
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: Postdoctoral fellow sought to use first principles and first principles based methods to understand materials properties with particular emphasis on transport and dynamics, and thermal and thermoelectric properties such as thermal conductivity and mechanisms for thermal conductivity reduction, thermoelectric power, and electron-phonon coupling. Qualifications: Ph.D. degree required in physics or other physical sciences. Experience in the use of first principles methods for materials desired. See project ORNL07-80-MSTD.

Postdoctoral Research Participation Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
National Risk Management Research Laboratory
Edison, New Jersey

Project Description: A postdoctoral research project is available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Risk Management Research Laboratory (NRMRL). The appointment will be served in the Urban Watershed Management Branch (UWMB) in Edison, NJ. Individual(s) selected will have the opportunity to be closely involved with a team of EPA scientists and engineers investigating problems associated with deteriorating water and wastewater infrastructure. The participant(s) will have the opportunity to explore and advance the state-of-the-technology through literature searches and bench, pilot, and field studies. Applicants should have received a doctorate degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline (e.g., ecology, physical science, urban planning, and economics) within three years of the starting date, or completion of all requirements for the degree should be expected prior to the starting date. See project NRMRL/WSWRD-2007-01.

Condensed Matter Theory Post-Doctoral Researcher
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A post-doctoral position in condensed-matter theory is available starting July 1, 2008, or earlier at the Materials Science and Technology Division of Oak Ridge National Laboratory in the group led by Dr. Randy Fishman. Research will involve the study of organic magnets and the spin dynamics of magnetic heterostructures. This work will involve a close collaboration between theorists and neutron scatterers. Some computational experience is required. The successful candidate will have completed a Ph.D. in theoretical physics or materials science. Computational experience is also desired. See project ORNL07-79-MSTD.

Postdoctoral Research Associate – Microbial Physiology/Comparative Genomics
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: A postdoctoral position is available in the Biosciences Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for an individual with training in microbial physiology and comparative genomics. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and conducting experiments to establish laboratory microbial consortia of species with relevance for bioremediation and will use computational and experimental genomic approaches to study such consortia. Candidates must have a Ph.D., a broad training in microbiology and molecular biology and demonstrated ability to work independently as well as interact with others as part of the team. See project ORNL07-77-BSD.

Computational Research in Heterogeneous Catalysis
Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Catalysis and Nano-Building Blocks group of the Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to conduct computational research on heterogeneous catalysis. The candidate will work in close collaboration with computational staff at the CNMS to develop concrete strategies to modify and improve existing catalyst formulations of specific interest to the program sponsors. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical physics, chemical engineering, or material science and must have substantial experience with atomistic simulation. See project ORNL07-75-CNMS.

Postdoctoral Research Associate Position in Structural Biology
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Structural Molecular Biology and Macromolecular Structures group of the Chemical Sciences Division has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral research associate to perform research and development in neutron protein crystallography. Applications are sought from highly creative and motivated individuals who will join an interdisciplinary team developing protein crystals for other experimental methods. A Ph.D. degree in chemistry required. Experience in biology also desired. Applicants cannot have received the most recent degree more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. See project ORNL07-74-CSD.

Neutron Scattering Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Neutron Scattering Science Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The successful candidate will conduct independent research at the SANS facilities at the Spallation Neutron Source, the High Flux Isotope Reactor at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and other neutron scattering facilities around the world. She or he is also expected to contribute to the commissioning and initial experiments of the EQ-SANS instrument. Candidates with a recent Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, biological sciences, materials science, or related fields and a strong background in small angle neutron scattering or related techniques will be considered. Experiences and knowledge with SANS instrument operation, data treatment etc. on pulsed neutron sources are desired, though not required. See project ORNL07-72-NSSD.

CNMS Scanning Probe Microscopy of Electromechanical Coupling Phenomena
Center for Nanophase Materials Science
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Center for Nanophase Materials Science (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a candidate to fill a postdoctoral position in the field of scanning probe microscopy. This program takes advantage of recently developed capabilities for Piezoresponse Force Microscopy (PFM) in liquid and ultra-high vacuum environments, and new spectroscopic modes for studies of polarization dynamics and correlated phenomena in a wide range of materials, including oxides, polymers, and biological systems. This position requires a Ph.D. in Materials Science, Physics, or Biophysics, with an emphasis on PFM or electrochemical SPM. See project ORNL07-70-CMNS.

Beam Instrumentation Electrical Engineer/Application Programming
Research Accelerator Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: This position will support the Beam Instrumentation Group’s LabVIEW-based computer systems and will design and build beam instruments, as well as write labVIEW applications to support accelerator commissioning and operation. A bachelor's or master's in engineering or computer science with a minimum of five years of particle accelerator working experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Candidate must be an independent LabVIEW programmer, possessing a demonstrated record of quick and successful software development for particle accelerator applications, including motion control and data-acquisition. See project ORNL07-65-SNS.

Research Participation Program
Center For Food Safety And Applied Nutrition
U.S. Food And Drug Administration
College Park, Maryland

Project Description: A project is available in the Research Participation Program at the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The appointee will be assigned to the Risk Assessment Coordination Team in College Park, Maryland. He/she will be trained in government requirements for the Internet and research and use current technologies to improve CFSAN’s communication with its stakeholders. The project will focus principally on a major restructuring of CFSAN’s Internet site (including usability and accessibility) and the implementation of various web cast technologies, by working with various components within CFSAN-OIT and the FDA CIO’s Office. A bachelor’s degree received within the past five years is required. See project FDA CFSAN 2007-15.

Research Participation Program
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
College Park, Maryland

Project Description: A project is available in the Research Participation Program at the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The appointee will be assigned to the Office of Food Safety (OFS) in College Park, Maryland. There is a need for a postdoctoral researcher who can serve as an exposure analyst who can assist in providing estimates of exposure for food borne anthropogenic and natural contaminants in food. The individual would be assigned to the Chemical Hazards Assessment Team (CHAT). A doctoral degree received within the past five years is required. The candidate should have a doctoral degree in chemistry or in the biological sciences. See project FDA CFSAN 2007-16.

Beam Instrumentation Post-Doc
Neutron Sciences, Directorate
Research Accelerator Beam Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Research Accelerator Beam Division at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to participate in Spallation Neutron Source beam instrumentation design, modeling, prototyping, commissioning and operation, as well as provide computational beam dynamics support for the preparation and analysis of commissioning studies. Experience is required in numerical simulation of charged particle beams, design of electron gun, or measurement and analysis of accelerator beam parameters. See project ORNL07-64-NSD.

Organic and Biological Mass Spectrometry Postdoctoral Associate
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Organic and Biological Mass Spectrometry (OBMS) Group in the Chemical Sciences Division (CSD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) currently has an immediate opening for a research scientist with particularly strong skills in metabolomic measurements by mass spectrometry. The research will involve the use of capillary electrophoresis (CE) and ultrahigh pressure liquid chromatography (UPLC) coupled with mass spectrometry. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in chemistry or life health and medical sciences and cannot have received the most recent degree more than five years prior to the date of application. See project ORNL07-63-CSD.

Atom Probe Tomography Scientist
Materials Science and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: This position will focus on the microstructural characterization of materials with atom probe tomography. The applicant will supervise and assist participants of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory SHaRE User Facility in the operation of the local electrode atom probe, specimen preparation with a dual beam focused ion beam miller, and atom probe data reconstruction and analysis. The applicant will also be involved with the development of new methods of atom probe data analysis and specimen preparation. This position requires a doctoral degree in physics or other physical sciences. See project ORNL07-60-MSTD.

Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Data Sciences
Computational Sciences and Engineering Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Data-Systems Sciences and Engineering (DSSE) Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Computational Sciences and Engineering Division (CSE) leads projects of national importance in data-management, data dissemination, and data analysis. DSSE is currently seeking to hire postdoctoral research scientists to establish and conduct work within the field of data-sciences with special emphasis on data-middlewares supporting asynchronous data-dissemination, complex event processing, data-provenance and data-quality tracking, optimized querying and searching, and large-scale real-time and streaming data analysis. Research scientists serve as principal investigators for multi-disciplinary and multi-agency programs. They may also consult as specialists in one or more advanced domain-specific data-systems projects. See project ORNL07-57-CSED.

Postdoctoral Position in Computational Sciences and Engineering
Computational Sciences and Engineering Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Computational Sciences and Engineering Division (CSED) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a candidate for a postdoctoral position in areas spanning high performance computing, parallel simulation, and asynchronous methods in scientific and mathematical computing. A strong academic background in computer science is required, with expertise in parallel algorithms, distributed systems, and applications. Expertise in parallel discrete event simulation is a strong plus, as well as experience in middleware (e.g., MPI), software implementation, and supercomputing. The position requires a candidate who has recently finished a Ph.D., or is on track to finishing a Ph.D. within the next 6 months, in computer science. See project ORNL07-56-CSED.

Post-Master’s Research Associate Position in Biofuel Cells
Biosciences Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Bioconversion Science and Technology Group at ORNL is seeking applications for a Research Associate position in the area of Biofuel Cells. Candidates who are recent graduates (0-2 years) with BS or MS in Bio/Chemical Engineering or Biological Sciences are encouraged to apply. The candidate will be hired through Oak Ridge Associated Universities at the Post-BS or a Post-Master’s level. The research focuses on development and improvement of enzyme fuel cells for production of electricity. The candidate should have a strong background in biochemistry and/or bioengineering with interest in nanobiotechnology, enzyme engineering and enzyme catalysis. Candidates with BS degree should have laboratory experience working with enzymes. Candidates with biochemistry or bioengineering major with experience in protein/enzyme research are preferred. A bachelor’s or master’s degree is required in life health and medical sciences, engineering, or environmental and marine sciences. See project ORNL07-52-BSD.

Computational Research on Magnetized Fusion Plasmas
Fusion Energy Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The ORNL Fusion Theory Program carries out a program of analytical and computational research on magnetized fusion plasmas. Research topics include RF-plasma interactions, MHD equilibrium and stability, and transport (both classical and anomalous). The position would involve computational research (both code development and use) on one or more of these topics. A doctoral degree is required in physics or computer sciences. See project ORNL07-50-FUS-ENG.

Transportation Planning Engineer
Engineering Sciences and Technology Division
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Project Description: The Decision Engineering Group in the Engineering Science and Technology Division (ESTD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking identify post doctoral and post master candidates. ESTD is seeking transportation planning/engineering graduates with training and experience in transportation commodity flow modeling, simulation, geographic information systems (GIS), NET programming, and SQL server skills. The selected candidate will conduct research and development in the areas of transportation security, transportation planning, GIS, and simulation-based analysis. The position requires a Ph.D./master’s degree in transportation planning, operations research/management science, computer science or an equivalent combination of education and experience. See project ORNL07-48-CSD.

Postdoctoral Research Participation Program
National Center For Environmental Assessment (NCEA)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Project Description: Seven postdoctoral research projects are currently available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.  The appointments will be in the Environmental Media Assessment Group (EMAG). The participant will be involved in the review and evaluation of currently available scientific information for the purpose of developing integrated science assessment documents and communicating scientific information to other EPA program offices. Candidates should have received a doctoral degree in a field relevant to environmental science, such as epidemiology, ecology, toxicology, biology, statistics, physics, chemistry, computer science or information management within at least three years of the desired starting date, or completion of all requirements for the degree should be expected prior to the starting date. See project EPA-NCEA-