Nrel
Postdoctoral Researcher – Biochemist/Biophysicist
Golden, CO · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$77k-$126kDetected 30 days ago
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About the role
- Posting Title Postdoctoral Researcher - Biochemist/Biophysicist.
- Working at NLR NLR is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.
- Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration.
Responsibilities
- Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions.
- Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.
Requirements
- Must be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years.
- Additional Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry or related discipline within the last 3 years.
- Previous working knowledge and hands-on experience in techniques for expression and purification of recombinant proteins
- and experience with the biochemical/biophysical investigation of redox active enzymes.
- Must have strong oral and written communication skills, and a strong history of prior publication on relevant research.
- The ability to work safely and independently in a laboratory setting is required.
- All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation.
Nice to have
- Job Application Submission Window
- The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
- 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*
- life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Compensation
- In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
- $76,600 - $126,400
- NLR takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees.
Benefits
- We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.
- Benefits Summary
- Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement.
Company info
- From our mission to our collaborative culture, NLR stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future.
Equal opportunity
- Employer
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
- Reasonable Accommodations
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