Postdoctoral Position in Polymerization
Chemical Sciences Division Oak Ridge National Laboratory Oak Ridge, Tennessee
ORNL07-43-CSD
Project Description: Synthesize polymers and block copolymers using living anionic polymerization. Characterize polymers by GPC, light scattering, and other common polymer characterization techniques. Write reports and prepare technical presentations.
Qualifications: This position requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry or Polymer Science with experience in glassblowing for the purpose of conducting living anionic polymerization. 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.
How to Apply: Qualified applicants may apply online at
This appointment is offered through the ORNL Postdoctoral Research Associates Program and is administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU). This appointment is open to all qualified U.S. and non-U.S. citizens who currently work in the U.S and are available for interview, without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam- era veteran or disabled veteran.
Brad Parish, PHR Program Manager, ORNL Postdoctoral Recruitment Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education snipped-for-privacy@orau.org phone: 865-576-2311 fax: 865-576-0287
U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory P.O. Box 2008 Building 5100, MS-6173 Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831-6173