Radiochemist

The Opportunity

The WSU Nuclear Science Center is seeking an individual to support research on chemical and isotope separations, characterize chemical and nuclear processes, and instruct at least one undergraduate course in nuclear science per semester. Research projects include: isotope production, nuclear energy production, and nuclear fuel cycle.

Responsibilities

• Identify and define nuclear-related research problems
• Design research approaches
• Secure extramural funding
• Identify and define research problems
• Prepare, handle, and complete radiometric separations
• Analyze samples that can be radioactive
• Collect and interpret experimental data
• Adequately adapt experiments to meet project objectives
• Ensure quality control
• Maintain safe work habits
• Make improvements to techniques and interpretation

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in an appropriate related scientific or engineering discipline and four (4) years of progressively responsible related professional research experience.
• A PhD in a scientific or engineering field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required work experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Satisfactory Background Check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen at time of hire.
• Within 6 months of hire, must complete the CPR, first aide, and AED trainings.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in an appropriate related scientific or engineering discipline and four (4) years of progressively responsible related professional research experience.
• A PhD in a scientific or engineering field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required work experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Skills

• Knowledge of stoichiometry, sample preparation, chemical separations, and laboratory/experimental techniques.
• Experience with preparing quality data and reports.
• Experience handling radioactive materials and working in a nuclear environment.

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.

Pay

$4,942.10 - $7,567.00 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full time (100% FTE)

About the Role

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/Campus

Department Name: Nuclear Science Center

Location: Dodgen Research Facility at WSU Campus, Pullman WA.

Application Instructions

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu. Notice of Non-Discrimination In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/.