Job Description
Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking a qualified Spectroscopy Scientist to support ongoing and new missions for the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division. The position will perform research and development in concepts relevant to current and next generation proliferant material technologies and their applications to nuclear nonproliferation.
The selected candidate should have a solid understanding of fundamentals in one or more of the following subjects: physics, chemistry, or an engineering equivalent, computer science, artificial intelligence/ machine learning, spectroscopy, materials characterization, and nuclear processes. In addition, a background in materials characterization using laser spectroscopy (e.g., LIBS, XRF), hyperspectral imaging, experience with data analysis methods such as chemometrics or data reduction and optimization, experience with stakeholders, and experience with the DOE National Laboratory complex are highly desirable.
The selected candidate must have the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to conduct the assigned technical work. Project coordination and demonstrated leadership experience are needed to ensure project completion. Ability to interpret technical data and assist in the writing of technical reports and peer reviewed publications is required.
This position is focused on leading, advancing, developing, and applying science, technology, engineering, information technology, and research and development, to anticipate, innovate, and deliver solutions to Laboratory missions. It involves discovery, design, and development of innovative solutions which advance the state of the art. This role requires a university degree and equivalent work experience that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts. Researches, designs, develops, analyzes, and implements technical projects and systems. Utilizes engineering standards and techniques to improve quality of products and/or procedures.
Responsibilities
- Practices investigative techniques to determine the best approach.
- Creates internal alliances outside the immediate team or department.
- Candidate possesses advanced communication skills involving complicated topics.
- Understands how their role relates to others on the team and the role of the team.
- Understands their discipline and good conceptualization of processes.
- Develops respect for ideas and proposals within the department.
- Work team and other connected work teams.
- Does not manage employees but may mentor and/or train subordinates.
- Helps others manage departmental change.
- Uses common sense to resolve routine issues.
- Works safely with particular attention to quality. Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- BS + 7-9 yrs. of relevant experience, MS + 6-8 yrs. of relevant experience, or PhD + 5-7 yrs. of relevant experience
- For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is LegallyRequired
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate or Master of Science degree in physics, chemistry, geoscience, computer science, or an equivalent science or engineering discipline.
- Background in artificial intelligence/ machine learning, modelling and simulation, spectroscopy, hyperspectral imaging, chemometrics, or data analysis, reduction, and optimization.
- Experience with stakeholders and experience with the DOE National Laboratory complex.
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
The Global Security Directorate (GSD) of SRNL provides a team focused on staff development and infrastructure upgrades for nuclear reprocessing science and technology programs at SRNL. GSD is growing its support of its critical NNSA nonproliferation portfolios and is building its teams to support these enduring programs. GSD is looking for people who can use their talents and experience to help build state of the art business programs as SRNL continues to use it diverse creative staff to deliver the highest quality programs to its customer.
