William Wiley Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Purpose: To attract high-performing, newly graduated junior PhD scientists who have the potential to become full time scientific staff at EMSL. The fellowship is named after a former director of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and visionary leader of EMSL.
Attributes of successful candidates: Candidates for the William Wiley Post Doctoral Fellowship must display superb ability in scientific research and must show definite promise of becoming outstanding leaders in the research they pursue, as illustrated by their application materials (below).
Terms of appointment: Fellowships are awarded for a one-year term, with possible renewal up to three years total. The 2009 Fellowship carries a minimum stipend of $70,000 per annum with an additional allocation of up to $20,000 per year for research support and travel. The Fellows, who will be competitively selected by an EMSL fellowship committee, must collaborate with EMSL scientists in a research area that aligns with EMSL science themes.
How to Apply: Submit application materials online. When submitting your resume for this position, you will need to upload ONE PDF file that includes the following components. Applications lacking these components will be declared ineligible:
- Current CV showing all research publications and experience
- Statement of Research Interest (not a formal research proposal)
- Copies of Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees
Timing:
- Position opens for applications: October 1, 2009.
- Last day to submit an application: November 30, 2009
- Accepted candidates to present formal proposal will be notified by: December 20, 2009
- Interviews and research proposal presentations to be held: January 2010
- Final selection made by: February 15, 2010.
Selection committee: The selection committee is comprised of the EMSL science leads and associate directors. This committee makes recommendations to the hiring manager, the EMSL director.
For questions, contact Ray Teller (509-371-6014 or Raymond.Teller@pnl.gov).
