Sr. Radiochemist, Innovation R&D Chemistry MCFR

Description

• Perform other general duties associated with position as member of radiochemistry team to ensure ongoing effectiveness and continuous improvement of TerraPower R&D efforts.
• Propose, design and conduct synthesis of actinide compounds, develop chemistry and processes in high temperature molten salts, and support thermodynamic and kinetic measurements therein.
• Lead and assist in ensuring organization, housekeeping and effectiveness of TerraPower R&D radiochemistry use areas and production facilities is always maintained at a high standard.
• Emphasize safety in new and existing design and safe practices in all experimental activities.
• Maintain laboratory procedures (e.g., calibration, analytical methods, notebook results preparation, usage documentation).
• Prepare technical reports, peer review manuscripts, intellectual property documents and conference presentations.
• Perform all work in compliance with site safety and radiation protection guidelines, including effective teamwork and communication with health physicists, authorized users and RSO.
• Lead and assist in radiochemistry laboratory developments, including the design of flexible experimental chemistry capabilities to support TerraPower R&D activities.
• Assist in the training, developing, and mentoring of employees.
• Lead and assist experiments, including as a Principal Investigator.

Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership within multifunctional teams and in the execution of complex projects is desired.
• Experience with planning, design and execution of electrochemical, spectroscopic and spectroelectrochemical experiments is a plus.
• Extensive background in radiochemistry relevant to advanced nuclear reactor development.
• Expertise in characterization methods relevant to actinide compounds is needed. The characterization techniques include ICP-OES, ICP-MS, TGA/DSC, XRD, alpha spectroscopy, gamma spectroscopy, and chromatography (IC, HPLC, TLC), and experience with at least four of these techniques is desired.
• Demonstrated experience of bulk actinide and radiological material synthesis, processing or handling under controlled environments is required.
• Ability to understand requirements (regulations, codes and standards, etc.), incorporate them into TerraPower documents, and provide associated guidance to TerraPower personnel.
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day.
• Motor Abilities: Sitting and standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands).
• Extensive background of the chemistry of nuclear systems and radiochemistry relevant to the fuel cycle.
• Experience demonstrating the highest standards with respect to safety and radiation protection in all work activities, particularly regarding NRC standards.
• Ability to structure and plan basic and applied research in the radiochemistry and other areas relevant to TerraPower.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged.
• Strong organizational and communication skills including technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
• Demonstrated experience working in inert and moisture-free atmospheres, such as gloveboxes and Schlenk lines, and adapting equipment for use in such environments is compulsory.
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work and ability to perform role in personal protective equipment.
• A doctoral level (PhD) degree in radiochemistry, chemistry, or equivalent disciplines with additional 5+ years of demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience and expertise in radiochemistry, chemical and radiochemical synthesis, and chemical separations.
• Experience designing and execution of experiments with high temperature molten salts is needed.

Benefits

• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities
• Relocation Assistance
• Competitive Compensation
• Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 – 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands.Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.This range is specific to Washington State.
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical
• 401k Plan
• Generous Holiday Schedule
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance