56 science jobs found in Knoxville, TN

Requisition Id 14950 Overview: The Grid Systems Hardware (GSH) Group at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is actively seeking applicants for a power electronics research associate full-time staff position to conduct research on futuristic power electronic systems and integration for the grid. You should be capable of developing innovative solutions for futuristic power electronic converters and controls and validating them through experimental prototypes. For this, you are expected to have a good understanding of the requirements of power electronic systems from components to systems, and embedded controllers. Experience in evaluating converter topologies, developing control algorithms, and writing controller code is expected. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Conduct R&D projects and help the expansion of R&D to take advantage of our multidisciplinary capabilities, multimodal strengths, and unique tools and capabilities. Be well versed in power converter...

Requisition Id 14999 Overview: We are seeking a research professional to help develop world-class capabilities related to manufacturing science and technology associated with the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and Department of Energy (DOE) mission. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and education. This position resides in the Manufacturing Robotics and Controls Group in the Manufacturing Sciences Division of the Energy Science and Technology Directorate at ORNL. In this position, you will be a part of teams working toward achieving both the overall mission of Oak Ridge National Laboratory and those goals specific to the Manufacturing Science Division through advanced research in robotics, automation, and controls, including flexible/agile industrial automation, machine learning, mobile robotics, process control, sensor processing, machine vision, and/or human machine interaction. This position will require working with external...

Requisition Id 14997 Overview: We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to help develop world-class capabilities related to manufacturing science and technology associated with the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and Department of Energy (DOE) mission. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and education. This position resides in the Manufacturing Robotics and Controls Group in the Manufacturing Sciences Division of the Energy Science and Technology Directorate at ORNL. In this position, you will be a part of teams working toward achieving both the overall mission of Oak Ridge National Laboratory and those goals specific to the Manufacturing Science Division through advanced research in robotics, automation, and controls, including flexible/agile industrial automation, machine learning, mobile robotics, process control, sensor processing, machine vision, and/or human machine interaction. This position will require working with external...

Requisition Id 14984 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Research Professional to support research and development in Smart Scalable Manufacturing with an emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies. You will work on integrating AI, automation, and smart manufacturing principles, enhancing process efficiency, and materials supply chain. This position resides in the Composite Science and Technology Section in the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD) of the Energy Science and Technology Directorate at ORNL. You will play a key role in advancing AI-enhanced manufacturing, including digital twins, process automation, and data-driven materials supply chain optimization. The role includes working with industry partners and leveraging ORNL's Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) to develop scalable, AI-powered solutions for supply chain integration and biobased materials integration, and process optimization. More About UT-ORII:...

Requisition Id 14977 Overview: The Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group, housed within the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at ORNL is currently seeking to fill a position for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This role entails contributing to MEERA group's mission of disseminating knowledge on energy, carbon, water, and material efficiency in the manufacturing sector and develop, deploy, and promote impactful practices, tools, and technologies. You should have a strong background in mechanical engineering, industrial energy systems, energy efficiency of manufacturing industry, or other related fields. You will play a crucial role in the planning, execution, and optimization of our technical assistance program for energy intensive industries (iron & steel, food, pulp & paper, chemicals, nonferrous metals, and nonmetallic minerals). The primary objective of the Energy-Intensive...

Requisition Id 14421 Overview: The Power Systems Resilience (PSR) 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 Research Associate to perform R&D in the areas of bulk power systems simulations and high-fidelity dynamic and transient power electronics resources modeling. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and education. The successful candidate should be highly self-motivated and independent in conducting research under general guidance, and is expected to prepare manuscripts for scientific publication and present the work to sponsors and at conferences. The PSR Group supports the energy security and prosperity mission of the Energy Department (DOE) through transformative science and technology solutions, including research supporting the Office of Electricity (OE), Office of Cybersecurity, Energy...

Tombras, a 400+ person, full-service, national advertising agency with a digital mindset, is seeking a Data Scientist. Where you'll be working: Knoxville or Atlanta. Relocation assistance may be provided. The analytics practice at Tombras delivers on the agency's promise of data + creativity for business results. This role will be foundational to our advanced analytics team, which will partner with our analytics, media, and data-ops teams to realize the vision of offering best in class marketing science for our clients. You'll build proprietary tooling, work on brands with household recognition, and grow the team as the agency scales. What you will be doing: Lead client engagements for advanced analytics including Media Mix Modeling, Message Mix Modeling, Multi-Touch Attribution, Forecasting, and support testing, experimentation, and optimization. Your remit will be end-to-end, from selling in new work thru delivery of the results. Develop the framework and approach for...

Requisition Id 14269 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 a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will support the Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group in the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to work in the areas of life cycle energy impacts analysis, technoeconomic analysis, and industrial energy efficiency analysis research under the Strategic Analysis and Industrial Energy Efficiency Programs. The MEERA Group conducts techno-economic, value chain, trade, patent, and global analyses relevant to advanced energy and manufacturing technologies. MEERA is currently supporting a multi-laboratory DOE Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO) project to...

Requisition Id 15009 Overview: We are seeking an Industrial Hygiene Technician who will conduct various Industrial Hygiene (IH) sampling and related instrument maintenance. This position resides in the Health and Safety Technical Services Group in the Safety and Operations Services Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). This position supports the laboratory in the following major areas: Industrial hygiene sampling and monitoring - integrated sampling, direct read instruments, bulk and wipe sampling Major Duties/Responsibilities: Perform field sampling for a variety of chemical, physical, and biological agents. Clearly and completely documenting all sampling activities. Conduct maintenance and calibration of field industrial hygiene instruments. Provide Industrial Hygiene Technician support to the Emergency Management Response Organization. Supports professional staff as a technician independently performing a range of routine tasks on short and...

Requisition Id 15021 Overview: We are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Material Signatures and Isotopic Standards (MSIS) Group within the Chemical Sciences Division (CSD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). This position is focused on the advancement of high-precision mass spectrometry and innovative chemical methods for isotopic analysis and assays, supporting critical safeguards, nonproliferation, and nuclear programs. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will play a vital role in developing methodologies for nuclear materials analysis and addressing the associated risks and deficiencies. The successful candidate will work at the forefront of nuclear security research, focusing on novel sample introduction systems for solids, liquids, and gases, isotopic analyses, automated throughput analyses, and the production of reference material standards. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Develop front-end...

Requisition Id 14994 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 Radioisotope Processing Facility (RPF) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as the RPF Project Director. This is a unique opportunity to be part of constructing a world-class, Hazard Category 2 nuclear facility that will focus on the processing of radioisotopes for medical, energy,...

Requisition Id 15004 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 Distinguished 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...

Requisition Id 15003 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. The Discrete Algorithms Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a two-year position specializing in sparse algorithms. The successful candidate will contribute to advancing secure, trustworthy, and efficient AI solutions for scientific applications. Key responsibilities include developing state-of-the-art sparse algorithm in matrices, tensor and networks for large-scale numerical, scientific and AI models and disseminating findings through publications and presentations in top-tier peer-reviewed journals and conferences. This role provides a unique opportunity to work with the world's first exascale system, Frontier, and collaborate with leading experts in machine learning,...

Requisition Id 14823 Overview: The Fusion Energy Division at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks applications for a Design Engineer. The selected candidate will work on and lead various projects in the development of technologies and components for major international fusion experimental facilities, particularly the ITER Project's pellet fueling system. Job Duties/Responsibilities: The successful candidate will lead the design, analysis, and laboratory assembly and testing of a variety of components and systems in fusion environments. The selected candidate will have responsibility to manage the design, analysis, fabrication, assembly, and testing of components which integrate multiple environments, such as vacuum, cryogenic cooling, and magnetic fields. Responsibilities may include collaboration with other laboratories and projects, both domestic and international, particularly the Pellet Injection System for the ITER project, which is a key ORNL...

Requisition Id 14704 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest US Department of Energy (DOE) science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. Within ORNL, the Building Envelope Materials Research Group develops and deploys affordable, energy efficient and resilient building envelopes for new construction and retrofits to enable DOE's goals. Our synergistic research areas include building science, material and system development, and industrialized construction. With the support from the U.S. DOE Building Technologies Office, we have the most extensive building envelope research portfolio in the nation. The Envelopes Group, in partnership with the University of Tennessee-Oak Ridge Innovation Institute (UT-ORII), is seeking an early career engineer or computer scientist to contribute to groundbreaking research on automated quality control and quality...

Requisition Id 14773 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory is accepting applications for a variety of Nuclear Engineering positions. This is a opportunity to join a world-class team of experts providing a chance to work on innovative projects and contribute to the future of nuclear science and technology. This is an evergreen position. We are continually reviewing applications to fill potential openings as they arise. If you are eager to advance your knowledge and skills in a collaborative environment, apply today to be part of our dynamic environment! The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), established in 1943 as part of the Manhattan Project, is a leading U.S. research facility renowned for its contributions to nuclear science and technology. Initially focused on nuclear weapons development, ORNL now conducts extensive research in reactor design, nuclear materials, and advanced nuclear energy solutions. It operates several research reactors and engages in efforts...

Requisition Id 14991 Overview: We are seeking a Group Leader for the Controls Integration Group in the Neutron Sciences Research Accelerator Division (NScD RAD) at the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS). Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and education. The group leader will provide leadership to the Controls Integration Group in the Control Systems Section to strategically advance reliable design and integration of collaborative control system solutions for the SNS consistent with ORNL's aspiration to be the world's premier R&D institution and ORNL's science culture. The Controls Integration Group designs, develops, maintains, supports and upgrades integrated high reliability control system solutions, including computing and network infrastructure, hardware, firmware and software for the SNS Integrated Controls System (ICS) which controls the SNS particle accelerator and target facilities. The ICS is based on the Experimental and...

Requisition Id 14903 Overview: The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a HEPA/Ventilation Inspector who will focus on HEPA filter aerosol leak testing for nuclear and non-nuclear applications, in-place Carbon Adsorber-halide leak testing, air flow inspections of industrial and laboratory local exhaust ventilation (LEV), and negative air machines. This position resides within the Systems & Process Inpections Group in the Fabrication, Instrumentation, & Inspection Division within the Facilities and Operations Directorate. The successful candidate for this position will team with engineers, craft workers and other support personnel in task preparation and planning to ensure that work is conducted in a safe, secure, compliant and efficient manner. Inspectors work closely with building occupants, facility management personnel and system owners to ensure that the inspection needs of research and support organizations are met promptly and cost effectively. Major...

Requisition Id 14981 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 a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will support the Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group in the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to work in the areas of renewable energy and the implementation of such technologies on-site, along with their associated supportive technologies (such as solar photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, wind power, renewable fuels, geothermal solutions, battery storage, thermal storage, and industrial heat pumps). The role also involves research and analysis of technologies and practices for increasing the energy efficiency of the industrial sectors. The primary...

Requisition Id 14330 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver ground-breaking solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. We are seeking a Power Electronics Engineer who will support the Electrical Power Conversion Group in the Research Accelerator Division (RAD), Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) at ORNL. As a Power Electronics Engineer at the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), you will support the operation, maintenance, repair, and upgrades of high-voltage systems, including Converter Modulators, Magnet Power Supplies, Beam Kickers, and Choppers. Responsibilities include planning projects, developing specifications and procedures, designing and testing systems, and troubleshooting equipment. Reporting to the Electrical Power Conversion Group Leader, you will collaborate with ORNL staff, vendors, and external partners to drive...