Computational Inorganic Mass Spectrometry Postdoc Research Associate

About the Role

The Global Security Directorate at Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking candidates for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position for computational inorganic mass spectrometry. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mass spectrometry and analytical statistical methods/data modeling, with expertise in chemical separations, proposal and publication writing, and experimental design. The candidate will work closely with SRNL's multi-collector mass spectrometry team, as well as the broader trace analytical measurement group consisting of a broad swath of integrated disciplines. All SRNL Postdoctoral Research Associate positions are fixed term assignments within the company and benefits eligible.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation and maintenance of single- and multi-collector inductively coupled – plasma mass spectrometers (ICP-MS) and thermal ionization mass spectrometers.
• Produce and analyze experimental and synthetic data within a computationally-intensive statistical framework.
• Publish experimental work in peer reviewed journals.
• Develop new R&D ideas into proposals to seek new funding.

Qualifications

• PhD + 0-3 years in Geochemistry, Statistics, Physics, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline.
• Strong statistical/computational skillset.
• Experience with statistical programming (e.g., R, Python).
• Individuals must have completed all requirements for their PhD by the start of employment.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate level government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in frequentist and Bayesian statistical methods.
• Experience in wet chemistry.
• Experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting mass spectrometers.
• Experience in seeking external funding.

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.

Benefits

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed.
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid).
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid).
• AD&D Non-contributary 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% (5 yrs. vesting in company match).
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap.
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children).
• Paid Time Off.
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

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.