Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 16 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Computational Radiation Protection Scientist
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelOak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. The role involves working with experts in computational radiation dosimetry and risk assessment, assisting in research projects, and contributing to open literature publications in these areas.
Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will interact with a team of scientists and engineers at ORNL in a variety of projects involving internal and external dosimetry and radiation risk analysis
The CRPK provides technical assistance to U.S. federal agencies involved in development of federal guidance for radiation protection and develops many of the biokinetic and dosimetric models recommended by the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) and applied by U.S. federal agencies
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist ORNL scientists involved in these efforts, to gain expertise in biokinetic and dosimetric modeling, and to assist and eventually lead in the preparation of open literature publications in these areas
Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service
Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success
Qualification
Required
A Ph.D. in nuclear or health sciences (such as health physics, radiological health, medical physics, nuclear engineering, applied mathematics or a closely related discipline)
Sound foundation in radiation transport, behavior of radionuclides in biological systems, and/or internal and external radiation dosimetry
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines and adapt to ever changing needs
Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge
Preferred
Experience in radiological risk assessment
Experience in biokinetic model development
Experience with Monte Carlo radiation transport software and applications
Experience with numerical computing using programming languages such as C++, Python, etc
Author or co-author of open literature publications
Benefits
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Contributory Pension Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Generous Vacation and Holidays
Parental Leave
Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Wellness Programs
Educational Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Employee Discounts
Company
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory holds a range of R&D assignments, from fundamental nuclear physics to applied R&D on advanced energy systems.
Founded in 1943
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-09-21Grant· $4.8M
2023-07-27Grant
2022-03-14Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Arjun Shankar
Division Director, National Center for Computational Sciences, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Brett Ellis
Division Director - Research Computing Support
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