Senior R&D Staff - NDA Professional

About the role

We are currently seeking qualified applicants for a Senior Nondestructive Assay (NDA) Scientist in the Non-Destructive Measurement Science and Technology Group within the Safeguards and Treaty Verification Section in the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and execute projects that deliver high value and impact for nuclear nonproliferation and safeguards missions.
• Initiate, lead and perform independent and impactful R&D; for example, innovative S&T delivered to sponsors, successful proposals, S&T presentations, professional community engagement, inventions/patents/copyrights, publications as appropriate.
• Lead program development activities through sponsor engagements, preparation of proposals and white papers, chairing and participation in workshops, as well as other program development activities.
• Develop a vision and implement a cohesive research strategy to ensure the success of new and ongoing research projects.
• Develop and implement plans to leverage new opportunities and/or expand existing efforts.
• Lead by example by exercising scientific integrity in proposing, performing, publishing, and communicating research.
• Lead by example to ensure all work is carried out safely, securely, and in compliance with ORNL policies, standards, and procedures.
• Exemplify a commitment to excellence in research, operations, and community engagement, and work cooperatively to leverage scientific capabilities across ORNL.
• Routinely work across Groups, Divisions, and Directorates.
• Grow multi-laboratory and university collaborations.
• Advance the reputation and standing of the group through collaborations, professional society leadership and involvement including sub-committees and working groups, standards committees, and journals.
• Mentor other staff members.
• Provide scientific consultancy to projects outside one’s own project portfolio, as required.
• Engage in scientific peer review of the Group’s work products.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.
• Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

  Qualifications

  • Requires a Ph.D. in an engineering or scientific discipline with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience, a M.S. in an engineering or scientific discipline with a minimum of 12 years experiences, or a B.S. in an engineering or scientific discipline with a minimum of 15 years relevant experience.
  • Qualified candidates should have a focus on nuclear nonproliferation and safeguards measurements.
  • An R&D track record in NDA and/or other areas relevant to the nondestructive analysis measurement science and technology group.
  • Extensive knowledge of S&T issues associated with nonproliferation and nuclear material measurements.
  • Demonstrated experience in program development and customer engagement, preferably with relevant offices within DOE and NNSA.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management and delivery from a technical standpoint.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated leadership ability and a strong commitment to a teaming environment.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Extensive knowledge of the traditional and advanced nuclear fuel cycles and associated technologies and operations.
    • Experience working for or collaborating with DOE National Laboratories (or similar R&D organizations).
    • Engagement in professional societies and/or standards committees at the leadership level.

      Special Requirements

      Q Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.