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Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 5 hours ago

Associate Emerging Technology Analyst

Oak Ridge, TN

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory focused on addressing critical national challenges. They are seeking early-career analysts who will research and write reports on emerging technologies, collaborate with experts, and produce analytic products to support U.S. public safety and national security.

Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Research & write short (1‑3 page) reports on emerging tech topics (AI, additive manufacturing, advanced materials, energetics, etc.)

Collaborate with subject‑matter experts across ORNL and with partner agencies

Create briefings (slides, talking points) for internal leadership and external sponsors

Help produce both unclassified and classified analytic products, following community trade‑craft guidelines

Learn the fundamentals of intelligence analysis through core training courses (provided)

Travel domestically a few times per year for briefings or field visits

Uphold ORNL’s safety, quality, and ethics standards

Qualification

Research skillsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsBachelor's degreeCuriosityEmerging techQ clearanceTeam collaborationPresentation skillsTechnical writing

Required

Bachelor's degree in any scientific, engineering, or related field (e.g., physics, computer science, international affairs, political science, cyber‑security, languages)

Strong communication skills both written and verbal

Q clearance with SCI: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy

This position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position

WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program

Due to the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing