SRNL Eisenhower Post-Doc Fellow

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Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Position Summary:
The Dwight D. Eisenhower Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed for the next generation of scientists and engineers who will excel in the application of fundamental science and engineering.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate scientific productivity through peer-reviewed publications and innovative research approaches to complex problems while working within a team environment.

Successful candidates will have critical thinking skills, data analysis skills and a demonstrated ability to explore innovative scientific concepts.

Candidates must be capable of scoping technical tasks and developing creative solutions. Candidates are also expected to effectively communicate technical results and show potential to generate novel ideas and convert them into future programs.

Successful candidates will be challenged to reexamine and push the norms, explore the unknown, and create new discoveries.

The Post-Doc Fellows are initial one-year appointments, with an option to renew up to three years. Publication of results from research efforts is highly encouraged.

Clearance Required to Perform Job?

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Basic Education Qualifications

PhD in fundamental sciences or engineering obtained in the last three years or PhD students with expected completion dates within the next 12 months.

Other Required Qualifications

Candidates are expected to have demonstrated expertise in their field (e.g., invited presentations, book chapters, awards) and have, at minimum, one first author manuscript published in a highly regarded peer-reviewed journal.

Required at time of application submission:
1) detailed resume/CV that includes all relevant achievements and activities,
2) a research proposal white paper (up to two pages) aligned with SRNL’s core competencies or missions, and
3) a minimum of three references sent to Eisenhower@srnl.doe.gov.

Optional at time of application submission: 1) letter of support from an SRNL researcher sent to Eisenhower@srnl.doe.gov.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Individuals studying in engineering, science, and other science adjacent disciplines are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will have critical thinking skills, data analysis skills and a demonstrated ability to explore innovative scientific concepts. Candidates are also expected to effectively communicate technical results.

Competency #1

Deliver Results

Competency Description #1

Understand job responsibilities and be accountable for results.
Meet goals and strive for customer satisfaction and corporate success.
Make sound workplace and business decisions.
Keep commitments and promises.
Plan work in a responsible manner, balancing company goals vs. schedule, budget, safety and resources.
Elevate issues early to avoid surprises.

Competency #2

Shape the Future

Competency Description #2

Adapt and perform consistently under changing requirements and dynamic work situations.
Take initiative to offer or try a new approach to make the team and the company more successful.
Foster business success by offering and supporting different perspectives.
Continuously improve in job performance.
Take on stretch or rotational assignments to support company initiatives and achieve self development.

Competency #3

Build Relationships

Competency Description #3

Build and maintain good working relationships with everyone.
Maintain a customer-focused attitude and strive to satisfy the customer.
Communicate in a clear, respectful manner with everyone. Publicly recognize others for a job well done.
Provide open and timely feedback regarding meeting and delivering commitments.

Competency #4

Energize & Recognize Team

Competency Description #4

Work with team members to ensure team, department, and divisional goals are met.
Communicate in a clear, respectful manner with team and management.
Collaborate and share with other team members to promote knowledge transfer.
Mentor, guide, and provide assistance to newer employees.
Promote teamwork and support other members of the organization.
Ask for help and support when needed.
Recognize colleagues for their achievements.

Competency #5

Model Excellence

Competency Description #5

Behave in a professional manner demonstrating integrity, ethics, and a high standard of values.Deliver your work with pride and ownership.Respect others’ knowledge, skills, and experiences.Seek to appropriately identify and resolve challenges.Work to make the organization, company, and mission more successful.Apply Continuous Improvement processes to work scopes to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary costs.Strive to exceed expectations in task completion.Embrace the company’s culture of service, excellence, and stewardship.Take personal responsibility to care for equipment and resources.Adhere to conduct of operations principles.

Note:
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.

Job Expires

08-Jul-2023