Actinide Chemistry/Ion Exchange Postdoc Research Associate

The Post-Doctoral research associate position is focused on leading, advancing, developing, and applying actinide chemistry knowledge in a research and development environment to anticipate, innovate, and deliver solutions in support of the mission. The candidate will also have a thorough background in liquid-liquid separations and the use of various ion exchange technologies.

This position may involve discovery, design, and development of innovative solutions which advance the state of the art. Specifically, the researcher will be responsible for performing and documenting laboratory applied science experimentation in the field of radioactive and hazardous material processing (including used nuclear fuel), stabilization, and characterization to enable nuclear materials processing, site cleanup, and waste disposition across the Department of Energy complex.  

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in advanced nuclear fuel reactors. This role will focus on leading, advancing, developing, and applying Fuel Reactor Chemistry and fuel reprocessing knowledge in a research and development environment to anticipate, innovate, and deliver solutions in support of the mission.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate positions are fixed term assignments within the company and benefits eligible. 

Work scope may include process support of operating facilities at SRS and throughout the DOE complex to include chemical characterization, interrogation of chemical reaction thermodynamic or kinetic modeling, expansion of scientific boundaries in nuclear knowledge and processes, optimization, integration, and/or process troubleshooting of current site or DOE-complex processes, nuclear material disposition experimentation, and development of novel waste forms or reclamation processes. Candidate is expected to develop novel solutions and creative proposals to secure additional research funding.

Relevant technical skillsets include knowledge of advanced chemical characterization techniques, ion exchange, reaction modeling, solvent extraction, nuclear materials processing, and process integration. After becoming proficient with site policies and testing protocols, candidate would be expected to perform program management and laboratory custodianship responsibilities, providing support to ELM missions.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• PhD + 0-1 yrs in chemistry


• Individuals must have completed all requirements for their PhD by the start of employment 


• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate level U.S. Government security clearance for which U.S. Citizenship is legally required

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with nuclear fuel reactors.