[Neutron] NIST Center for Neutron Research Postdoctoral Fellowship

[Craig Brown]

NIST Center for Neutron Research Postdoctoral Fellowship

Structure/dynamics functional relationships in energy-related materials



We are seeking candidates for a postdoctoral position focused on  
studying alternative energy systems and materials and hydrogen-storage- 
related phenomena at the National Institute of Standards and  
Technology’s Center for Neutron Research (NCNR), Gaithersburg, MD. The  
NCNR is a world leader in neutron sciences with 24 operating  
instruments serving more than 2200 research participants/year  
resulting in 350 scientific publications/year (annual reports  
available at http://www.ncnr.nist.gov/AnnualReport/). Besides the wide  
array of elastic and inelastic neutron scattering instruments, the  
Center operates a variety of complementary facilities, from X-ray  
diffractometers, analytic chemistry instruments and gas adsorption  
apparatus, and has access to a wide range of other state of the art  
equipment through partnerships with other NIST labs. and the  
University of Maryland.

The successful candidate will contribute to research aimed at  
understanding the physics and chemistry underpinning hydrogen  
interactions in modern adsorbent-based systems with a view to their  
implementation in prototype systems. This is a competitive and rapidly  
advancing field that offers the potential to contribute to both basic  
science and applied programs and presents an excellent opportunity for  
a young scientist to broaden their experience and develop their  
expertise. The primary tools to this end involve the use of quasi- 
elastic, inelastic, neutron diffraction and neutron imaging  
techniques.  Candidates must have a PhD in a physical science a strong  
work ethic, good communications skills and a proven publication  
record. Experience in neutron or X-ray scattering is desirable but not  
essential.

The position is open immediately and the appointment term will be for  
up to two years with the potential for extension. Salary is in the  
range from $58,000 to $65,000 depending on qualifications and  
experience.

The deadline for the application is March 20th 2009 or until the  
position is filled.

Please send inquiries, a statement of suitability and your resume  
(electronic preferred) to:



Craig Brown

NIST Center for Neutron Research

Bldg 235

National Institute of Standards and Technology

Gaithersburg, MD 20899-8562

Email: craig.brown at nist.gov

Tel: 301-975-5134
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