Organization U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Reference Code DEVCOM-SC-******** How To Apply Click on Apply at the bottom of the opportunity to start your application. Description The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering a Postdoctoral fellowship at the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC). What will I be doing? As an ORISE participant, you will join a community of scientists and researchers in an effort to focus on developing new technologies to assist in Soldier camouflage and environmental protection needs. This position is for a postdoctoral researcher on the Emerging Materials Development Branch (EMDB). The goal of the EMDB is to answer Soldier challenges with material solutions. This position will focus heavily on nanomaterial/polymer composite fabrication, nanomaterial and textile integration, and material characterization. Why should I apply? Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. Along the way, you will engage in activities and research in several areas. These include, but are not limited to, Participate in designing and making prototypes with desired electronic and spectral properties and analyzing your properties with relevant laboratory techniques (FTIR, SEM, 4-point probe). An opportunity to familiarize yourself with different areas of military research and the atmosphere of a DoD sponsored research facility. Where will I be located? Natick, Massachusetts What is the anticipated start date? The DEVCOM SC is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified. What is the appointment length? This appointment is a full-time twelve-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant. What are the benefits? You will receive a stipend to be determined by DEVCOM-SC Stipends are typically based on a participant's academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following: Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE) Relocation Allowance Training and Travel Allowance Security Clearance While participants will not enter into an employment relationship with DoD or any other agency, this opportunity will require a suitability investigation/background investigation. Any offer made is considered tentative pending favorable outcome of the investigation. About DEVCOM SC The U.S. Combat Capabilities Development Command - Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC) is located at the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center in Natick, Massachusetts, under the Army's Futures Command. Stretching back to 1954, the CCDC Soldier Center's history of support for the Soldier has continued uninterrupted for more than six decades, with a focus on Soldier-related research, development, testing and evaluation efforts. If Soldiers wear it, eat it, sleep under it, or have it airdropped to them in theater, it can be traced back to the CCDC Soldier Center. Diverse expertise comprised of scientists, engineers, technologists and equipment designers, the CCDC Soldier Center provides a wide range of capabilities to the Soldier, to include field feeding and life support systems, protective clothing, precision airdrop systems, and ballistic, chemical and laser-protection systems, and human performance optimization. About ORISE This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense. Qualifications The qualified candidate will possess a Ph.D. degree in the field of Chemical Engineering from an accredited university with experimental knowledge of nanomaterial synthesis and functionalization for different applications, including synthesis of conductive nanomaterials for wearable applications. Degree must have been received within 36 months of the appointment start date.
Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following: Possess experimental knowledge of nanoparticle characterization including SEM, TEM, XRD, DSC and TGA. Knowledge of ink formulation using nanomaterials for wearable sensing platforms is desired. Functionalization of flexible substrates, including textiles is required for this opportunity. Possess knowledge of identifying compounds from FTIR spectra and how to assign peaks from reference libraries. Application Requirements A complete application consists of: Zintellect Profile Educational and Employment History Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity) Resume (PDF) Transcripts/Academic Records - For this opportunity, an unofficial transcript or copy of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institution systems may be submitted. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts. One Recommendation. Your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed until one recommendation is submitted. We encourage you to contact your recommender as soon as you start your application to ensure they are able to complete the recommendation form and to let them know to expect a message from Zintellect. Recommender will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities, personal characteristics, and describe how they know you. You can always log back in to your Zintellect account and check the status of your application. If you have questions, send an email to . Please list the reference code of this opportunity [DEVCOM-SC-******** ] in the subject line of the email. Please understand that ORISE does not review applications or select applicants; selections are made by the sponsoring agency identified on this opportunity. All application materials should be submitted via the "Apply" button at the bottom of this opportunity listing. Please do not send application materials to the email address above. Connect with ORISE...on the GO! Download the new ORISE GO mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to help you stay engaged, connected, and informed during your ORISE experience and beyond! Eligibility Requirements ">1 ) Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only Degree: Doctoral Degree received within the last 36 month(s). Discipline(s): Chemistry and Materials Sciences ( Materials Sciences
