Assistant Materials Analyst - Technical Professional

Requisition Id14553

Overview:

The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a ceramics engineer or materials engineer with demonstrated laboratory skills in mechanical testing, characterization of multifaceted material powders, traditional ceramic processing, and strong technical writing skills. This Technical Professional position will directly support the Program Director, Deputy Director, a team of principal investigators with new and existing projects. The selected candidate will interact with, support, and collaborate with a diverse multi-disciplinary team of research professionals, assisting in the characterization of material mechanical responses of ceramic powders and similar material science research.

This position resides in the Mechanical Properties and Mechanics Group, Materials in Extremes (MiE) Section of the Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) and involves collaboration with ORNL's National Security Sciences Directorate's Nuclear Nonproliferation Division. The individual will also interact and coordinate with other team members in other ORNL Research Divisions.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaboratively perform mechanical evaluations of a wide range of materials including ceramics.
• Collaborate on the identification of techniques/equipment and interpretation of results from ceramic powder characterization and processing.
• Communicate status updates of current work to principal investigator(s) and program management.
• Independently write technical reports summarizing material descriptions and experimentation while providing support for interpreting results and providing recommendations for future work.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality program requirements.
• Maintain strong dedication to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in ceramic engineering or related engineering field or a master's degree in one of those disciplines with no experience.
• Experience ceramic powder characterization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in ceramic engineering or materials engineering.
• Demonstrable familiarity with mechanical properties of brittle materials (e.g., minimally have taken a short course on the topic).
• Experience with ceramic powder characterization (e.g., particle size distribution, specific surface area, pycnometry, and x-ray diffraction, and tap density).
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Have ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.

Special Requirements:

• Three letters of reference are required and can be uploaded to your profile or emailed directly to PSDrecruit@ornl.gov. Please include the title of the position in the subject line.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires the ability to immediately pursue, obtain, and maintain a Q clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.
• This position requires submission to random and incident-specific polygraphs.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.