Nuclear - analytical chemist
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC
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Aiken, SC | United States
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05-Mar-2024
Nuclear - Analytical Chemist
National Nuclear Security Administration
9140BR
Who We Are
As the Savannah River Site’s management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation’s nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.
The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer – and you can, too.
What You'll Do in This Position
Scope technical tasks and develop creative solutions to assigned problems. Begin using SRNS systems and meeting SRNS requirements with minimal supervisory guidance. Accepts complex tasks and receives minimal guidance from senior professionals. Incorporate conventional engineering or scientific practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning. Provide limited guidance and direction to less senior engineering professionals. Carry out development and qualification programs on tasks concurrent with other phases such as design and fabrication to better evaluate and minimize future problems. Develop alternate solutions to existing problems. Perform all detail work necessary to determine best solutions. Evaluate proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignment. May delegate portions of the detail work to less senior personnel. Prepare costs and schedule estimates on proposed projects/tasks in assigned area. Demonstrate cost and schedule consciousness through timely completion of assigned tasks and projects. Prepare manuals and other documents supporting or publicizing the technical effort. Demonstrate creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers and articles.
Provides general subject matter expertise for key plasma team operations supporting plutonium production operations (e.g., sample prep, ICP-ES, ICP-MS, etc.)
Lead/assist in developing procedures for plasma-based quantitation, laboratory sample management, preparations, and analyses.
Works with Production Agencies to ensure consistency between laboratories for key methods; this position will have significant coordination efforts with LANL, LLNL, and the SRPPF Projects group.
Interface between various disciplines including program managers, project management and engineering design authorities.
Begin to plan and develop engineered solutions to technical tasks or project objectives. Begin using systems and meeting requirements with supervisory guidance. Assist more senior technical professionals in performing related activities on more complex tasks.
Assume technical responsibility for one or more related phases of a program.
Cooperate with other engineers/scientists performing related phases of the technical work.
Be cognizant of the work performed in other projects in field of technology.
Accept the delegated technical responsibility for design, application, test, or the preparation of specifications for systems, materials, equipment or components.
Apply technical knowledge toward the reduction of the cost and improvement of the product where possible and
incorporate new ideas resulting from engineering/scientific progress in the field.
Prepare costs and schedule estimates on proposed projects/tasks in assigned area.
Prepare technical manuals, reports and procedures.
Demonstrate creative ability through the medium of patent disclosures or the ingenuity exercised in solving technical problems.
Security Clearance Information
SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Clearance Required to Perform Job?
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Qualifications We Require
Bachelor degree in applicable science or engineering discipline
Other Qualifications
- Experience in hands-on operation of plasma-based instrumentation, ICP-ES and ICP-MS, preferably with applications in metals characterization.
- Experience in meticulous sample preparation for instrumental analytical analysis.
- Experience in laboratory design/standup supporting analytical data production efforts.
- Understanding of laboratory waste handling concepts, ideally with experience in radioactive waste generation.
- Experience with Laboratory Information Management System.
Qualifications We Desire
Master or PhD degree in applicable science or engineering discipline
Understands and applies advanced knowledge of discipline's standard theories, concepts, principles and techniques
Working knowledge of standard engineering/scientific practices and applications
What We Offer
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversite for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.
Standards of Excellence
The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day.
Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.
Note: SRNS 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. SRNS 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. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at
[email protected].
Job Expires
13-Mar-2024
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