Energy Process and Economics Postdoctoral Researcher

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a well-qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Decision Sciences Department reporting to the project investigator. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off.

You will focus on the application of techno-economic analysis (TEA) and life-cycle assessment (LCA) to support decision making and project evaluation. Having a strong background in statistics, process engineering, cash flow analysis is required.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work in a multi-disciplinary team using a variety of modeling tools and approaches to solve problems across the areas of bioenergy, hydrogen, solar, supply chain resilience, and manufacturing.
• Help develop current and new projects at the INL by using TEA/LCA frameworks to establish economic and potential commercialization arguments for new ideas and concepts.
• Support INL leadership in meeting Department of Energy / industry expectations, milestones, and deliverables, and INL internal reporting metrics.
• You are expected to be a strong asset to our interdisciplinary R&D team and work both alone and as a team member. The candidate must be self-motivated but also take direction from other team members and peers.
• Write scientific manuscripts for journal publication, and presentation of research results at national and international conferences and meetings.

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD in Engineering Economics, Forest Economics, Resource Economics, Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Business or a related field
• Degree requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the past 5 years
• Experience with Techno-economic analysis (TEA) and life-cycle assessment (LCA)
• Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills in English

Job Information:

• The target salary for this position is $96,900. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Access and Self Contribution to 401(k)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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