51 jobs found in Oak Ridge, TN

Requisition Id 16261 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will focus on the physics and materials science of PLD-synthesized twisted oxide and hybrid quantum materials. This position resides in the Neutron & X-Ray Scattering, & Thermophysics group in the Materials Analysis and Interface Science Section, Materials Science and Technology Division, Physical Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As part of our research team, you will work in a highly collaborative environment with a broad spectrum of expertise, including epitaxial synthesis, twisted membrane fabrication, quantum transport, neutron/x-ray scattering, and spectroscopy. You will perform cutting-edge research on correlated quantum heterostructures, including epitaxial synthesis by pulsed laser deposition, characterization, analyzing data, and writing papers. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Conduct epitaxial synthesis of complex-oxide thin films and...

Requisition Id 16644 Overview: We are seeking a Research Data Steward to join the Data Science and Engineering for Nonproliferation group. The selected candidate will focus on the stewardship, curation, and modernization of research data and legacy records to ensure they are well-documented, trustworthy, and prepared for advanced analytics, modeling, and future computational use. The candidate will be part of a dynamic team within the National Security Sciences Directorate, working alongside experts in data science, statistics, nuclear engineering, and scientific computing to support high-impact research and mission-driven outcomes in nuclear nonproliferation. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Collaborate with project managers, subject matter experts, and researchers to steward research data and legacy document collections across the data lifecycle, from acquisition and documentation through preservation and reuse. Organize, curate, and enrich structured and unstructured...

Requisition Id 15937 Overview: We are seeking an AI Security Systems Architect to design and develop state-of-the-art systems for security testing and evaluation of artificial intelligence technologies. This role involves creating scalable infrastructure to support cutting-edge adversarial testing methodologies, such as red team vs. blue team exercises and AI-on-AI evaluation frameworks. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in systems architecture, a working knowledge of cluster computing and scaling, and a passion for advancing the security of AI systems under real-world and simulated conditions. This position is critical for ensuring that AI systems remain resilient, robust, and secure against evolving threats. This person will play a key role within ORNL's Center for AI Security Research (CAISER) where he or she will work to advance the state-of-the-art in Automated, Agentic workflows for AI Security research, testing and evaluation. Key Responsibilities:...

Requisition Id 16590 Overview: We are seeking a Technical Training Instructor who will focus on performing instructional duties related to the delivery of enterprise Technical Training compliance courses. Programs included are Electrical Safety, Hoisting & Rigging, Fall Protection, HAZWOPER, Confined Space, and various other Environment, Safety and Health-related topics. This position resides in the Office of Technical Training (OTT) in the Environment, Safety, Health & Quality Directorate (ESH&Q), at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities: Deliver approved courses, proctor examinations, implement practical exercises, and conduct associated administrative duties related to course delivery in accordance with the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) and the Standards Based Management System (SBMS). Monitor and manage registrations for assigned course offerings. This includes determining if class-size warrants conducting or...

Requisition Id 15880 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. We are seeking an outstanding Postdoctoral Research Associate with a strong background in condensed-matter physics and materials science and expertise in multiscale and multifidelity simulation techniques (ab initio methods at different fidelity, machine learning tight-binding, machine learning force fields, phase-field modeling, and/or kinetic monte carlo), as well as experience in developing and/or applying advanced AI/ML methods to accelerate materials discovery. The project will involve integrating such theory-informed AI-models for creating integrated autonomous experimental synthesis and characterization cross-facility agentic-AI platforms that allow real-time guidance and control of these multi-modal experiments for...

Requisition Id 16386 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct advanced research on the mechanical behavior and microstructure evolution of advanced structural alloys. This position resides in the Multiscale Modeling and Materials by Design (M2MD) Group within the Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The selected candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment, leveraging state-of-the-art neutron and X-ray characterization facilities to develop a mechanistic understanding of deformation, strengthening, and failure in advanced alloys. The research will focus on integrating microstructure characterization, in situ diffraction techniques, and mechanical testing to uncover processing-microstructure-property relationships. The candidate will have opportunities to interact with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to high-impact publications and...

Requisition Id 16618 Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated Research Engineer who will support agentic AI workflows, AI infrastructure architectures, and AI-native applications for critical infrastructure resilience projects at ORNL. This position resides in the Critical Infrastructure Resilience (CIR) Group in the Human Dynamics Section, Geospatial Science and Human Security Division, National Security Sciences Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As a Research Engineer, you will contribute to cutting-edge research and development efforts aimed at enhancing the resilience of critical infrastructure systems through AI-enabled decision support, intelligent data agents, retrieval-augmented generation, and scalable machine learning systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on interdisciplinary projects in collaboration with leading experts, tackling challenges related to energy, water, cybersecurity, transportation, emergency response, and...

Requisition Id 16620 Overview: The Nuclear and Radiological Protection Division (NRPD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Technical Specialist for the Radioanalytical Counting Laboratory within the Nuclear Measurements and Analytical Services (NMAS) Group. ORNL is a world leader in advanced science and technology research involving several nonreactor nuclear facilities, accelerators, and the High Flux Isotope Reactor which involve a complex range of internal and external radiological hazards that are managed to protect more than 3,000 researchers and operations staff involved in the Nuclear Research and Isotope Production Mission. The Radioanalytical Services Team is responsible for maintaining Department of Energy Laboratory Accreditation Program (DOELAP) accreditation for the in vitro radiobioassay analytical program and providing specialty measurement capabilities as an essential part of the ORNL Radiological Protection Program. The primary focus of this...

Requisition Id 16613 Overview: The Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) group of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is looking for a R&D Associate interested in working in the areas of life cycle energy impacts analysis, technoeconomic analysis, and deployment of energy, carbon, water, and material efficiency technologies in the manufacturing sector. You will join a team of scientists and engineers in the MEERA group which is a part of Energy and Industrial Processes Section at ORNL. Our team is part of ORNL's Manufacturing Science Division in the Energy Science and Technology Directorate. The MEERA Group supports a multi-laboratory Department of Energy (DOE) Strategic Analysis Team that conducts independent, objective, and credible research analysis to inform decision-making. To gain insights on manufacturing supply chains, the team conducts techno-economics, value chain, trade, patent, and global manufacturing competitiveness analysis relevant...

Requisition Id 16612 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct advanced materials research focused on the development of non-ferrous (Aluminum, Nickel, Refractory) alloys. The position will allow significant interactions with researchers of varying backgrounds and other opportunities for professional development. This position lives in the Alloy Behavior and Design Group in the Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The selected candidate will work with multiple other groups within MSTD on the physical metallurgy of non-ferrous alloys for various applications including aerospace, automotive, and thermal management applications. Projects will include application of physical metallurgy principles to contribute to development of alloys with desirable advances in mechanical properties, thermal/electrical properties, and processability. A background in casting,...

Requisition Id 16597 Overview: As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation. The Isotope Applications Research (IAR) group is a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working to advance technologies and knowledge for the production and application of radioisotopes and nuclear materials. The successful candidate will be integrated into multiple efforts within the group focused on integrating computational and experimental...

Requisition Id 16602 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher who will focus on conducting, coordinating, and reporting complex research assignments related to advanced thermal and energy system technologies. This position resides in the Multifunctional Equipment Integration Group in the Thermal System Science Research Section, Buildings and Transportation Science Division, Energy Science and Technology Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting, coordinating, and reporting complex research assignments related to advanced thermal and energy system technologies, including: Conduct experimental and analytical research to evaluate advanced thermal and energy technologies, including energy-efficient building systems, thermal-fluid processes, industrial heating applications, data center thermal management, and other emerging energy technologies. Develop and operate...

Requisition Id 16585 Overview: As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation. We are seeking a full-time Senior Scientist specializing in Verification Technologies to lead the development of cutting-edge safeguards verification technologies for international nuclear safeguards. This role will also lead technical analyses related to nuclear nonproliferation, particularly in advanced reactor domains. This position resides in the Verification...

Requisition Id 16588 Overview: Energy and water systems are deeply intertwined, and advancing science at their intersection is critical to the nation's future. We are seeking a scientist with domain expertise in energy-water interactions and interdependence to perform cutting edge research in the Water Resources Sciences and Engineering Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). This is an opportunity to develop novel tools and techniques, publish in top-tier journals, collaborate with industry and academic partners, and access world-leading research computing facilities-all while working on problems of national significance. The successful candidate will possess advanced knowledge and a range of skills relevant to energy-water research. Examples may include: Analysis and modeling of water availability and quality for hydropower and thermoelectric plant performance and compliance Water and energy requirements for data centers, and associated impacts on river systems and...

Requisition Id 16589 Overview: We are seeking an R&D Associate who is a highly motivated individual to dedicate alloy design, characterization, and evaluation studies in the field of powder metallurgy. The candidate is expected to join the research team focusing on designing alloys through mechanical alloying and experimentally investigating microstructure-property-process relationships in metal-based structural materials or components made through powder metallurgy. The candidate is also responsible for deriving next generation powder metallurgy technology development led through alloy and process design approaches. The candidate will have interest and experience in one or more topics listed below: Phase equilibrium (and non-equilibrium) and microstructure evolution in various alloy systems related to multi-phase containing metal-based structural materials Alloy and process design to produce metal-based structural materials through mechanical alloying and powder...

Requisition Id 16577 Overview: As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation. We are seeking a full-time Research and Development Associate specializing in Verification Technologies to lead the development of cutting-edge safeguards verification technologies for international nuclear safeguards. This role will also lead technical analyses related to nuclear nonproliferation, particularly in advanced reactor domains. This position resides...

Requisition Id 16594 TP02IPPM Overview: The Project Management Office (PMO) of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Project Management Staff Member to support the project management efforts on scientific research and development projects. Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. Our diverse capabilities span a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines, enabling the Laboratory to explore fundamental science challenges and to carry out the research needed to accelerate the delivery of solutions to the marketplace. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Working with the scientific Project Director and the Project Manager, this position will function as the project controls subject matter expert (SME) and be responsible for creating and maintaining the project controls...

Requisition Id 16497 Overview: As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation. We are seeking a Chemical Engineer who will focus on nuclear nonproliferation fuel cycle research. The candidate chosen for this position will be involved in work supporting the Nonproliferation Stewardship Program, the Nuclear Reference Material Program, and other related research efforts. This position resides in the Uranium Chemistry, Application, and...

Requisition Id 15604 Overview: The National Center for Computational Sciences (NCCS) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a postdoctoral research associate in High-Performance Computing (HPC) system architecture and intelligent storage design. The candidate will contribute to research and development efforts in scalable storage and memory architectures, telemetry-driven system optimization, and application-driven performance analysis for HPC, scientific Artificial Intelligence (AI), and scientific edge computing. We are a leader in computational and computer science, with signature strengths in high-performance computing, system architecture, and data analytics with applications in a large variety of science domains. NCCS is home to some of the fastest supercomputers and storage systems in the world. This position is in the Technology Integration group within NCCS. Specific areas of research interest include: Telemetry collection and analysis to inform...

Requisition Id 16569 Overview: The Grid Transients & Advanced Modeling Group in the Electrification and Energy Infrastructure Division (EEID) within the Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to perform R&D in the areas of electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulation and software development as well as dynamic and transient inverter modeling and different applications of the simulation. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and education. You should be highly self-motivated and independent in conducting research under general guidance and are expected to prepare manuscripts for scientific publication and present the work to sponsors and at conferences. The group supports the energy reliability and prosperity mission of the Energy Department (DOE) through transformative science and technology solutions, including research supporting the Office...