Atom | Optical Detection of Explosives and Other Illicit Chemicals

Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs

Due Dates: May 1, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025 | February 1, 2026

Funding Amounts: $99,200 stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; relocation assistance available for those living >50 miles from host lab. Typical award duration 2-3 years.

Summary: Postdoctoral fellowship at Naval Research Laboratory focusing on infrared optical spectroscopic methods for remote detection of explosives, chemical warfare agents, and illicit drugs.

Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents; requires Ph.D. earned within last 5 years; strong background in infrared spectroscopy, optics, and chemometric analysis recommended.

Optical Detection of Explosives and Other Illicit Chemicals

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