Research Scientist Senior

About the role

Lead our vital radiochemistry program, ensuring the highest standards of analysis for environmental samples supporting the Department of Energy's Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP). You'll manage a dedicated team, provide expert technical guidance, and drive project success from development to reporting. We're looking for a safety-conscious professional with extensive experience in radiochemical separation methods and a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the radiochemistry program at CEMRC, performing radiochemical analysis and providing technical guidance to staff.
• Provide technical support for participation in the laboratory Multi-Analyte Performance Evaluation Program (MAPEP) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Radiochemistry Inter-Comparison Program (NIST-RIP).
• Develop, implement, and complete project objectives; communicate results through internal reports, progress reports to sponsors (sections of Department of Energy annual report), or formal presentations.
• Ensure the safety and QA envelope of the radiochemistry program; maintain multiple types of radiometric counting instrumentation.
• Process and analyze a variety of sample matrices; contribute to growth and productivity by developing novel techniques for new analytes, streamlining operations to maximize sample throughput, and designing/executing experiments to test method improvements.
• Work near sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, and toxic chemicals; use safety equipment such as eye protection and hoods.
• Perform occasional lifting up to 25 pounds or more; stand, sit with occasional computer use; maintain constant alertness and meet deadlines.
• Conform to CEMRC's Quality Policy and applicable Quality system documents and customer contracts.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree + 11 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 9 years of relevant experience; Master's degree or higher preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Special Certification/Licensure

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Environment: Almost constant exposure to extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, and other potentially dangerous materials/situations requiring safety precautions and protective equipment.
• Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity; handling average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing/walking for more than four hours per day.
• Risk: Exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations requiring extensive safety precautions and protective equipment.