Job Description
SRNL’s Materials Science and Disposition group is seeking a qualified Corrosion Scientist/Engineer to grow the laboratory’s portfolio in the areas of materials sciences, materials corrosion, and materials performance evaluation in nuclear waste environments. Successful candidates would have a Ph.D. in a chemical and/or materials related field, demonstrated ability to perform independent research in materials corrosion and performance evaluation, ability to apply and interpret scientific data to solve problems, and years of lab experience. Field of Study/Capabilities include but not limited to chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science/engineering, physics and related science or engineering disciplines.
Role
In the role, the candidate will work on interdisciplinary teams to propose and define the scope of technical programs and develop effective and efficient solutions to challenging problems, including development of first-of-kind concepts for materials system solutions for:
- materials corrosion assessment in highly radioactive waste environments, and
- materials performance evaluation for variety of assets such as pipeline and large storage tanks, etc.
The Postdoctoral Research Associate positions are fixed term assignments within the company and benefits eligible.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities for Candidates
- Characterize parts and materials from existing facilities and metal additive manufacturing processes using optical microscopy/metallographic techniques, SEM, EDS, EBSD, TEM, or other relevant methods.
- Evaluate the performance of materials via mechanical testing, fracture toughness testing, corrosion testing, or other performance-based testing as needed using national standards.
- Able to communicate well in straight-forward situations. Completes routine and repetitive tasks where tasks are straightforward.
- Assist with tests and studies as needed and frequently participate in advanced experiments.
- Present results of research to appropriate scientific and business audiences and may participate in commercialization of results.
- Practice investigative techniques to determine the best approach.
- Create groups outside the immediate team to tackle scientific problems. Ability to work with multi-discipline teams to solve these problems will be crucial to the candidate and SRNL’s success.
- Does not manage employees but may mentor and/or train subordinates.
- Works safely with particular attention to quality. Complies with all policies and standards. Maintain appropriate level government security clearance.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD + 0-3 yrs. in science field
- Individuals must have completed all requirements for their PhD by the start of employment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate level government security clearance for which a US citizenship status is legally required.
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-Contributory 1X salary (company paid)
- AD&D Non-contributory 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 yr. vesting in company match)
- Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
- Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Employee Assistance Plan
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.
