Research Scientist

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab’s (LBNL ) Energy Analysis & Environmental Impacts Division has an opening for a Research Scientist to join the team.

The Energy Analysis and Environmental Impacts Division is home to leading scientists who measure and analyze energy use, emissions to the environment, and the technological, market, and policy approaches to improve efficiency and mitigate energy-related impacts. This research informs work spanning basic science and technology development, efficiency standards, and decision-making for the benefit of governments, societies, and the global environment.

In this exciting role, you will serve a key role in the Energy Analysis & Environmental Impacts Division by developing datasets and life-cycle assessment models applied to a variety of industrial processes, energy storage, and transportation systems. You must have experience in life-cycle assessment, greenhouse gas emissions accounting, and energy storage modeling.

What You Will Do:

• Develop conceptual process designs based on R&D and experimental results from the bench/pilot scale experiments.
• Carry out detailed economic analysis and life-cycle greenhouse gas assessment, identify key cost and emissions drivers and help scientists prioritize their research efforts.
• Collect and analyze data and prepare results for publication in scientific journals and presentations at conferences.
• May publish results in peer-reviewed journal publications.
• Contribute to  proposal-writing.
• Manage projects as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI.
• Supervise early-career research staff.
• Participate in technical and economic feasibility discussions related to new processes.
• Proactively engage in discussions with other research groups to identify their TEA and LCA needs.
• Facilitate collaborations with academic, government, and industrial entities.
• Participate in educational and outreach activities.

Additional Responsibilities as needed:

• Keep and maintain accurate and detailed records of all research performed.
• Assist in procuring and maintaining commercial software.

What is Required:

• Advanced degree in civil and environmental engineering or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
• Extensive experience conducting life-cycle assessments, particularly for wastewater treatment systems and energy storage systems.
• Demonstrated competency in carrying out systems-level analysis of complex industrial processes.
• Demonstrated publication record.
• Knowledge of economic evaluation methods such as cash flow analysis.
• Proven capabilities in innovative and applied research in a science-driven research environment.
• Ability to work independently and interact effectively with a broad range of colleagues in a dynamic environment.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple cross-functional projects while still being flexible to adjust for changing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must adhere to all Berkeley Lab and EH&S safety policies.

Desired Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in civil and environmental engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Broad understanding of process operations from the chemical process industry and other related industries (such as power generation and transportation) is a plus.
• Background knowledge of battery life-cycle assessment.
• Ability to model transportation systems.
• Knowledge of supply chain design and operations, optimization methods.
• Prior teaching experience and/or interest in teaching.
• Prior experience in preparing and/or contributing to research proposals is desirable.

Requested Application Materials:

• Curriculum Vitae.
• Publication list
• Statement of research experience and interests.
• Names and contact information for at least three  individuals who can write letters of reference

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Notes:

• This is a full time, 1 year, career-track term appointment that may be renewed to a maximum of five years and that may be converted to career based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
• This position is budgeted to pay $11,316- $12,508 per month. Salary for this position will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, plus also aligned with the internal peer group.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

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