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SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory Associate Staff Scientist - Electrochemical Technology Evaluation (SCCALE) in Menlo Park, California
Associate Staff Scientist - Electrochemical Technology Evaluation (SCCALE)
Job ID
6685
Location
SLAC - Menlo Park, CA
Full-Time
Temporary
SLAC Job Postings
Position overview:
Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL), a Directorate of SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and a national research facility for synchrotron radiation science, is seeking an Associate Staff Scientist to contribute to the SCCALE (Solutions Center for Commercial Advancement of Large-Scale Electrochemistry) program. The position will focus on the scientific evaluation of electrochemical technologies relevant to large-scale chemical manufacturing and industrial electrochemical reactors.
The role bridges scientific evaluation of electrochemical technologies with industrial engagement, translating technical questions from industrial partners into experimental research programs that leverage the advanced capabilities of SSRL and collaborating national laboratories. Research activities will focus on evaluating electrochemical materials and reactors under realistic operating conditions, including catalyst degradation, corrosion processes, electrochemical durability, and operational stability.
The scientist will contribute to building long-term industrial partnerships through Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs) and related collaboration mechanisms. Through these partnerships, industrial partners will work with national laboratories to address scientific and technical questions associated with scaling electrochemical technologies.
The position will also strengthen collaboration between SLAC and the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment, helping connect national laboratory capabilities, campus research initiatives, and industrial stakeholders interested in electrochemical technologies. Through these combined activities, the role will help evaluate emerging electrochemical technologies and identify the scientific questions that must be addressed to enable reliable operation of electrochemical systems at larger scales.
The scientist will work closely with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers across national laboratories, universities, and industry partners to develop research programs that evaluate electrochemical technologies and their operational limits.
Note : This position is posted at the Associate Staff Scientist level. The Associate Scientist position is a 3-to-5-year fixed term position and the entry level in the Staff Scientist career path. The Associate Scientist position is scheduled to be assessed after the 3 to 5-year period with the possibility of appointment to the Staff Scientist level.
Applicants should include a cover letter, a statement of research including a summary of accomplishments, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and names of five references for future letters of recommendation with the application. Review of applications will begin in immediately. Later applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.
Your specific responsibilities include:
Conduct scientific evaluation of electrochemical technologies relevant to industrial electrochemical reactors and chemical manufacturing.
Investigate degradation pathways, corrosion processes, catalyst lifetime, and electrochemical durability of materials operating under realistic electrochemical conditions.
Translate technical questions from industrial collaborators into experimental research programs leveraging national laboratory capabilities.
Develop collaborative research partnerships with companies through CRADA agreements and related mechanisms.
Organize technical workshops and research collaborations connecting industry, universities, and national laboratories.
Contribute to electrochemical research on catalyst degradation, corrosion science, and electrochemical durability.
Work closely with the Stanford Woods Institute ecosystem to evaluate emerging electrochemical technologies and their broader technological implications.
Contribute to scientific publications and presentations related to electrochemical technologies and their operational limits.
Support electrochemical experiments conducted by users at SSRL beamlines.
Work occasional evenings and weekends as part of the user support program.
To be successful in this position you will bring:
Ph.D. in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline with strong emphasis on electrochemistry, 5 years of relevant postdoctoral or postgraduate research experience.
Demonstrated expertise in electrochemical systems such as electrocatalysis, corrosion science, catalyst degradation, or electrochemical durability.
Strong publication record in electrochemical science.
Experience designing and operating electrochemical experimental systems.
Ability to develop collaborative research programs with industrial partners.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary scientific teams.
SLAC employee competencies :
Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.
Physical requirements and working conditions:
- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Work Standards :
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1¿General Policy and Responsibilities: http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University¿s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu
As a national laboratory, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
Classification Title : Associate Staff Scientist
Grade : K, Job Code : 1092
Duration : 3-year fixed term
The expected pay range for this position is $145,411 - $173,254 per annum
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.