Savannah River National Laboratory · 14 hours ago
Nuclear Materials Scientist, Intermediate
Aiken, SC, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSavannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical solutions to complex technical problems. The role involves supporting analytical services and conducting research in nuclear materials, requiring expertise in various electrochemical techniques and responsibilities in analysis planning and execution.
BiotechnologyGovernmentTest and Measurement
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and support work applying these measurement techniques to a wide variety of complex sample matrices in the DOE Complex
Provide accurate, detailed, and timely written updates and reports associated with work scope
Expand current scope via leading or supporting applicable proposals
Author or co-author peer-reviewed publications highlighting their work
Perform precise and accurate determinations of plutonium and neptunium assay by control potential coulometry
Perform precise and accurate determinations of uranium assay by control high precision titration
Perform preparation of standard solutions, including dissolution of uranium, neptunium and plutonium metal and oxides
Perform gravimetric dilution of standard solutions
Compile information/data from numerous instruments and laboratories to determine analytes of interest
Support radioanalytical separations and analyses for numerous isotopes using column extraction, solvent-solvent extraction, and nuclear counting methods
In addition to the completion of analysis planning and execution, are the initiation and support of proposals to apply techniques to the to the wide variety of complex sample matrices found in the DOE complex; development and application of technical experience and other technical resources in SRNL and external resources to resolve complex problems; and establishing excellent technical credibility by contributing toward meeting department missions and goals, which may be demonstrated by issuing reports, making presentations, preparing peer-reviewed technical articles and patents, and /or being involved in national technical organizations
This role will include the ownership and performance of a variety of laboratory functions including but not limited to procedure development, safety documentation, personnel training, procurement, and the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation and associated support equipment
Productive technical interfaces with customers, SRNL researchers, and management are required to assure quality analytical results are provided in a timely and safe manner and to provide timely solutions to research or analytical process problems
Qualification
Required
BS + 4-6 years; MS + 3-5 years; PhD + 2-4 years relevant work experience in analytical chemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, radiochemistry, or physics (or related field)
Have the ability to obtain and maintain security clearance for which U.S. citizenship is legally required
Must be able to perform work in radiological environments requiring protective equipment such as respirators
Preferred
Electrochemical techniques
Nuclear decay processes
Accurate gravimetric analysis
Quantitative analytical processes including performing dilutions, preparing spikes, and preparing QC standards
Radioactive material handling
Statistical and uncertainty evaluations
Working in and maintaining a radiological glovebox
Nuclear material accountancy
Benefits
Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
Savings & Investment plan:
+ Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
+ Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Plan
SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.
Company
Savannah River National Laboratory
Savannah River National Laboratory is an applied research and development laboratory that offers experimental research services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brandi Strickland
Human Resources Business Partner
Colin Sanders
Principal Talent Acquisition Partner
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