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Idaho National Laboratory · 4 days ago

Laser and Optical Spectroscopy Postdoctoral Researcher

positionIdaho Falls, ID
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$101K/yr - $101K/yr

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Laser and Optical Spectroscopy Postdoctoral Researcher in Nuclear Engineering, Physics or Related Discipline. This role involves supporting online spectroscopy measurement research and development for safeguards of nuclear materials, utilizing various spectroscopy techniques and participating in experiments and data analysis.

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Responsibilities

You will support online spectroscopy measurement research and development for safeguards of nuclear materials in different applications– including high temperature molten salts in solid, vapor/gas, and aerosol form
Utilize specific spectroscopy techniques including laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS), Raman, and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy (UV-VIS)
Set up and participating in experiments, data collection, performing data analysis, chemometric analysis, and interpreting and publishing findings
Write scientific manuscripts for journal publication, and presentation of research results at national and international conferences and meetings

Qualification

LaserOptical spectroscopyLIBSRaman spectroscopyUV-VIS spectroscopyHigh temperature systemsVacuum systemsElectrochemistryMass spectroscopyChemometric analysisNuclear fuel cycle knowledgePublished communication skillsOral communication skills

Required

PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or comparable disciplines
PhD requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years
Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills in English
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy 'Q' clearance, which requires US Citizenship
Must be willing to work on-site in INL Facilities

Preferred

Spectroscopy experience in LIBS/LAMIS, UV-VIS, or Raman
Hands-on experience with lasers and optics
Experience with high temperature systems and vacuum systems
Basics knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle and recycling technologies, including pyroprocessing

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
Paid time off (personal leave)
Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
Comprehensive Relocation Package

Company

Idaho National Laboratory

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Idaho National Laboratory USDOE is a research laboratory focused on the development, demonstration, and deployment of nuclear energy.
dateFounded in 1949
location
Idaho Falls, Idaho, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://inl.gov

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$7.5M
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2024-07-02Grant· $7.5M
2023-01-17Grant

Leadership Team

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David Teter
Deputy Laboratory Director of Management & Operations / Chief Operations Officer
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