<p>The Decision and Infrastructure Sciences Division in Argonne’s Nuclear Technologies and National Security (NTNS) Directorate is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in energy economics and supply chain analysis. </p><p></p><p>This role is pivotal in evaluating the economic competitiveness of the U.S. in the production and manufacturing of energy-related materials and technologies, and in advancing data-driven risk monitoring approaches for supply chain resilience. The candidate will assist with data collection, analysis, and scenario modeling for a DOE-sponsored assessment of energy critical materials. The candidate will also assist with evaluating the impacts of new mining activity on domestic supply chains that rely on critical materials (such as rare earth magnets, lithium-ion batteries, etc.), evaluating the competitiveness of mining projects, and developing economic models that support DOE priorities.</p><p>The successful candidate will apply methods from economics, supply chain risk analysis, and data-driven modeling (including AI/ML where appropriate) to help inform decision-making for energy deployment and national competitiveness. </p><p></p><p>In this role you will: </p><ul><li><p>Conduct and contribute to research and model development to enhance the resilience of domestic and global energy supply chains. </p></li><li><p>Lead technical and policy analysis to inform decision-makers on manufacturing and energy supply chain strategies. </p></li><li><p>Apply advanced analytics and methods to analyze trade, production, and geopolitical data to identify risk in critical supply chains. </p></li><li><p>Develop and maintain analytical models, datasets, and risk monitoring tools in collaboration with DOE national laboratories and federal partners. </p></li><li><p>Prepare detailed reports and briefings on methodologies, analyses, and findings. </p></li><li><p>Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across DOE National Laboratories. </p></li><li><p>Publish impactful research in peer-reviewed journals and support related projects within the team. </p></li><li><p>Enhance professional skills, including communication, networking, and leadership. </p></li></ul><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Position Requirements</b></p><ul><li><p>This level of knowledge is typically achieved through a formal education in economics, operations research, public policy, environmental science, engineering, or a related field at the PhD level with zero to five years of employment experience. </p></li><li><p>Technical background in economics with a focus on the mineral and energy sectors. </p></li><li><p>Proven scholarly work or industry experience in economic and supply chain analysis, computational modeling, or policy analysis. </p></li><li><p>Proficiency in scientific programming languages (e.g., Python, R) and data analysis libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch). </p></li><li><p>Excellent oral and written communication skills in scientific and engineering contexts. </p></li><li><p>Ability to integrate diverse knowledge and perspectives to drive innovation. </p></li><li><p>Experience working independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. </p></li><li><p>Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience </b></p><ul><li><p>Background in economic theories and their application to energy, mining, and manufacturing sectors. </p></li><li><p>Proficiency in economic analysis techniques such as econometrics and cost modeling. </p></li><li><p>Demonstrated experience in supply chain mapping, risk assessment, and scenario analysis for critical energy and technology sectors. </p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Job Family</b></p>Postdoctoral<p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Job Profile</b></p>Postdoctoral Appointee<p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Worker Type</b></p>Long-Term (Fixed Term)<p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Time Type</b></p>Full time<p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><h3></h3>The expected hiring range for this position is $72,879.00-$121,465.00.<h3></h3><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span><span>Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. </span></span></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;">Click <a href="https://www.anl.gov/hr/healthcare-insurance"><span>here</span></a> to view Argonne employee benefits!</p><h3></h3><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p><span>As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left;">Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.  </p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;">All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis.  Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements.  Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

<p class="break-words white-space-pre-wrap t-black--light text-body-medium">Argonne National Laboratory, one of the U.S. Department of Energy's national laboratories for science and engineering research, employs 3,400 employees, including 1,400 scientists and engineers, three-quarters of whom hold doctoral degrees. Argonne's annual operating budget of around $1 billion supports upwards of 200 research projects. Since 1990, Argonne has worked with more than 600 companies and numerous federal agencies and other organizations. Argonne's mission is to apply a unique mix of world-class science, engineering and user facilities to deliver innovative research and technologies. We create new knowledge that addresses the most important scientific and societal needs of our nation. We actively seek opportunities to work with industry to transfer our technologies to the marketplace through licensing, joint research and many other collaborative relationships. Argonne is managed by UChicago Argonne, LLC, for the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science. We are located on 1,500 acres (6.9 sq. km) in southwest DuPage County, Illinois 25 miles (40 km) southwest of Chicago. The site is completely encircled by the beautiful Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve.</p>

Postdoctoral Researcher – Energy Economics Analyst

<p>The Decision and Infrastructure Sciences Division in Argonne’s Nuclear Technologies and National Security (NTNS) Directorate is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in energy economics and supply chain analysis.&nbsp;</p><p></p><p>This role is pivotal in evaluating the economic competitiveness of the U.S. in the production and manufacturing of energy-related materials and technologies, and in advancing data-driven risk monitoring approaches for supply chain resilience. The candidate will assist with data collection, analysis, and scenario modeling for a DOE-sponsored assessment of energy critical materials. The candidate will also assist with evaluating the impacts of new mining activity on domestic supply chains that rely on critical materials (such as rare earth magnets, lithium-ion batteries, etc.), evaluating the competitiveness of mining projects, and developing economic models that support DOE priorities.</p><p>The successful candidate will apply methods from economics, supply chain risk analysis, and data-driven modeling (including AI/ML where appropriate) to help inform decision-making for energy deployment and national competitiveness.&nbsp;</p><p></p><p>In this role you will:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p>Conduct and contribute to research and model development to enhance the resilience of domestic and global energy supply chains.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Lead technical and policy analysis to inform decision-makers on manufacturing and energy supply chain strategies.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Apply advanced analytics and methods to analyze trade, production, and geopolitical data to identify risk in critical supply chains.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Develop and maintain analytical models, datasets, and risk monitoring tools in collaboration with DOE national laboratories and federal partners.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Prepare detailed reports and briefings on methodologies, analyses, and findings.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across DOE National Laboratories.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Publish impactful research in peer-reviewed journals and support related projects within the team.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Enhance professional skills, including communication, networking, and leadership.&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Position Requirements</b></p><ul><li><p>This level of knowledge is typically achieved through a formal education in economics, operations research, public policy, environmental science, engineering, or a related field at the PhD level with zero to five years of employment experience.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Technical background in economics with a focus on the mineral and energy sectors.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Proven scholarly work or industry experience in economic and supply chain analysis, computational modeling, or policy analysis.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in scientific programming languages (e.g., Python, R) and data analysis libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Excellent oral and written communication skills in scientific and engineering contexts.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Ability to integrate diverse knowledge and perspectives to drive innovation.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Experience working independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience&nbsp;</b></p><ul><li><p>Background in economic theories and their application to energy, mining, and manufacturing sectors.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in economic analysis techniques such as econometrics and cost modeling.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated experience in supply chain mapping, risk assessment, and scenario analysis for critical energy and technology sectors.&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Job Family</b></p>Postdoctoral<p></p><p></p><p><b>Job Profile</b></p>Postdoctoral Appointee<p></p><p></p><p><b>Worker Type</b></p>Long-Term (Fixed Term)<p></p><p></p><p><b>Time Type</b></p>Full time<p></p><p></p><h3></h3>The expected hiring range for this position is $72,879.00-$121,465.00.<h3></h3><p></p><p><span><span>Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. </span></span></p><p></p><p>Click <a href="https://www.anl.gov/hr/healthcare-insurance"><span>here</span></a> to view Argonne employee benefits!</p><h3></h3><p></p><p><span>As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.</span></p><p></p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department. &nbsp;</p><p></p><p>All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. &nbsp;Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. &nbsp;Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Postdoctoral Researcher – Energy Economics Analyst

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