Senior Nuclear Radiochemist

About the Role

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Nuclear Radiochemist to join our expert team. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to radiochemistry research and development projects, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and advance the laboratory's mission to address critical nuclear and environmental challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in the design, execution, and analysis of radiochemistry experiments and projects.
• Develop and apply radiochemical methods for the characterization and processing of nuclear materials.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and other professionals across various disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff and interns.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, scientific papers, and presentations.
• Support the development of proposals for new research projects and funding opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements in all laboratory activities.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in radiochemistry or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in nuclear materials handling and radiochemical techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proven track record of successful research project management.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• U.S. Citizenship is legally required for ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a national laboratory or similar research environment.
• Knowledge of environmental radiochemistry and radioactive waste management.
• Familiarity with advanced radiochemical instrumentation and analytical techniques.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

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- and long-term disability (company paid).
• Life insurance: non-contributory 1x salary (company paid).
• AD&D: non-contributory 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 years 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 its diverse, creative staff to deliver the highest quality programs to its customers.