National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Employment

Postdoctoral Researchers and Research Associates

Qualified postdoctoral researchers and research associates have the opportunity to participate in the Laboratory's research and development programs, initiate new areas of research, and establish a base for ongoing collaborations through NREL's Research Participant Program. People with new ideas and talents can contribute to research of mutual interest at NREL while also contributing to the transfer of the technology resulting from that research.

To see all of the Research Participant Program openings, open the search page and select "Research Participant Program" from the "Job Group" list.

Postdoctoral Researchers

This category is designed to provide recent (generally within three or fewer years) Ph.D. graduates with practical training in science and engineering. The qualified graduate will have demonstrated superior abilities and interest in research and development areas related to NREL's mission. Initial appointments are generally for one year. Extensions to these appointments may be granted based on programmatic need and funding availability to a maximum of three years.

Eligibility

• Must be a recent Ph.D. graduate.

Submission Requirements

• Resumes accepted all year for possible placement and for specific open positions.
• Resume with list of publications and a cover letter stating areas of interest.
• Include requisition number on resume if applying for a specific open position.

Transportation and Housing

• May be eligible for one-way transportation for participant and spouse & dependent children (if applicable).
• May also be eligible for benefits.
• Local housing information

Research Associates

This category provides scientists, engineers, and other professionals, generally with 4-12 years experience, opportunities to apply their training or specialized background to topics of research in the science and technology of renewable energy. Initial appointments range from one month to one year, and may be extended to a maximum of three years.

Eligibility

• Senior scientist, engineer, or other professional with 4-12 years of experience.

Submission Requirements

• Accepted all year for possible placement and for specific open positions.
• Resume with a list of publications (if applicable) and a cover letter stating areas of interest.
• Include requisition number on resume if applying for a specific open position.

Transportation and Housing

• May be eligible for round-trip transportation for participant and spouse & dependent children (if applicable).
• May also be eligible for benefits.
• Local housing information