Analytical Chemist- R&D Associate

Requisition Id 14580 

 

­­Overview:  

Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Radioactive Materials Analytical Laboratory (RMAL) group seeks a dedicated, emerging Analytical Chemist to focus on the development of mass spectrometry methods for trace element and isotopic analysis in support of safeguards, nonproliferation, medical isotope and various nuclear programs. The position requires conducting new research of novel methods, exploring hybrid analyses methodologies, novel chemical separations, and/or new sample introduction systems to support cutting edge material assay. The position resides in the Nuclear Analytical Chemistry (NAC) Section, Chemicals Sciences Division (CSD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD) at ORNL. The (RMAL) group works on the cutting edge of precision analytical measurements for nuclear and environmental signatures, medical isotope, and well as reference materials.

 

Analytical capabilities in RMAL include quadrupole mass spectrometry, trace metals assay by ICP-MS to support environmental stewardship and isotopic production at ORNL, isotopic analyses related to nuclear fuel cycle and isotopic production, chemical separations, alpha spectrometry, and gamma spectrometry. 

 

Major Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Independently plan, design, and execute analytical measurements with rigor required to meet stringent quality requirements.
• Lead and/or participate in collaboration with other scientists and technical personnel in a fast-paced, flexible work environment.
• Lead/contribute to the initiation of new research directions and formulating research proposals aimed at securing internal and external funding opportunities.
• Foster effective science communication both inside and outside the laboratory, including publication of results in peer-reviewed journals and presentation of results at scientific meetings.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

 

Basic Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. degree in analytical chemistry, geochemistry, chemistry, radiochemistry, cosmochemistry, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated professional experience with analytical chemistry, particularly in wet chemistry and instrumentation.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation operations and troubleshooting.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience in solid, liquid, and gas sample introduction systems and/or instrumentation for inorganic measurements.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks on time and adapt to evolving needs.
• Experience working in ISO17025 accredited laboratory setting.
• Experience performing data analyses and review under standard operating procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
• Experience translating R&D activities to analytical protocols.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis, uncertainty terms and quality objectives. Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

 

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