Job Description
SRNL’s Environmental and Legacy Management Directorate is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Research Associate, entry-level to support research and development activities in the on-line monitoring group related to actinide separation, hydrogen isotope processing, and nuclear materials processing.
The position will assist in various projects that support hydrogen isotope separation, impurity removal, and hydrogen storage in addition to hands on work for monitoring actinide separation through analytical chemistry. The position will involve operation and troubleshooting of analytical chemistry equipment, especially those based on optical methods (spectrometers, lasers, detectors, etc.). Work scope may include contributions to process support of operating facilities at the Savannah River Site. A strong grasp of fundamentals, e.g. from an instrumental analysis course and/or research experience, is required.
Other duties/responsibilities may include completing all training required to perform the assigned work, following guidance/working with more experienced personnel to execute hands-on work activities, documenting activities in electronic lab notebooks, maintaining housekeeping and supplies in laboratory modules, and assisting with excessing equipment or waste removal from laboratories. This work requires the candidate to be physically present at the work location with limited opportunities for telework based on need and at management's discretion.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Think critically for mechanical, electronics, and programming troubleshooting
- Have the ability to travel to processing facilities at SRS where the On-line Monitoring Group has process monitoring equipment installed
- Effectively interact and communicate with a variety of customers (SRNL researchers, facility operations and engineering personnel)
- Have the ability to perform job function in these operating facility locations with little to no direct oversight
This position provides an exciting learning environment to develop into the next generation of professional scientists and engineers, explore cutting edge technologies, and make impactful improvements to the tritium and actinide science community.
Keywords: chemistry, analytical, spectroscopy
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA in chemistry, chemical engineering, or closely related field from an accredited college or university
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance, which legally requires U.S. Citizenship
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g. lab coat, safety glasses, gloves) and work in a radiological environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Research experience in a chemical laboratory
- Previous experience with process analytical chemistry
- Previous experience with spectroscopic techniques and instrumentation
- Mechanical aptitude, electronics experience, and/or programming experience
- Previous experience with handling of hazardous and/or radiological materials
About Us
"We put science to work!"
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.
Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:
- Benefits vary based upon employment status
- 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% (3 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.
For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the
“About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov .
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.
About The Team
SRNL’s Environmental & Legacy Management (ELM) Directorate closely collaborates with the Department of Energy (DOE) and site contractors to develop, mature, and apply science and technology needed to resolve environmental challenges and advance legacy management missions. As the lead laboratory for Environmental Management (DOE-EM) and Legacy Management (DOE-LM), SRNL applies our talent and expertise to develop and deploy innovative approaches and technologies to reduce risk, cost, and schedule of environmental cleanup and nuclear material processing. Additionally, ELM is using our competencies to develop new materials and processes for a range of clean energy applications.
