Neutron Scattering Graduate Research at ORNL
The program will be open to graduate students from US-based universities admitted to PhD candidate programs. Students will be required to apply jointly with their PhD supervisor and an ORNL Neutron Sciences staff member who also will serve as the student’s scientific mentor.
Positions will be awarded to work for periods between 3 and 12 months. The students’ salary and benefits will be paid by their university while ORNL will cover the costs for allowable travel and local living expenses.
Research proposals will be evaluated based on
- Scientific merit: Does the proposed research program represent forefront science in its discipline and is neutron scattering utilized in an appropriate and advantageous manner?
- Strategic value: Is the proposed activity likely to advance neutron scattering by introducing new scientific ideas or experimental techniques, or developing advantageous collaborations with academic groups?
To apply for the pilot program, download the forms below and return all completed documents to NSDStudents@ornl.gov.
The application deadline for the FY 2023 pilot program is August 14, 2022.
Program Application
Program Application - ORNL Staff
