R.E.N.E.W. Postdoctoral Research Associate

The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a well-qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate in physics or comparable discipline to join our team. You will work on a project Under the Department of Energy's Reaching a New Energy Sciences Workforce initiatives, for the "Isotope Production Education and Research via a System Study of Photo-nuclear Reaction Yields and Excitation Functions" project.

This postdoctoral researcher will support two requests:

The Radiation Measurements Laboratory (RML) located at the Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) complex is requesting postdoc support for the design and fabrication of a bench-top dosimeter wire scanning system. This system will be used at RML to scan dosimeter wires that have been irradiated at low neutron fluences to aid in the characterization of neutron fluence rates in demonstration and test reactors at Idaho National Laboratory (INL).

The Radiochemistry and Nuclear Measurements department is requesting support for researching, modeling, designing, and conducting photonuclear experiments using kinematic recoil techniques to isolate a specific radioxenon isotope. Successful results will demonstrate proof-of-concept that these methods will increase the specific activity of the target xenon isotope in a gas standard. The work will include delivery of an irradiated sample to INL's Noble Gas Laboratory and a finalized manuscript for INL review and potential submission into a scientific journal.

The candidate is expected to be a strong asset to our interdisciplinary R&D team and work effectively both alone and as a team member. The candidate must be self-motivated but also take direction from other team members and peers.

The position entails writing scientific manuscripts for journal publication, and presentation of research results at national and international conferences and meetings.

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD in Physics or comparable disciplines. PhD requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Experience:

• Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills (in English).

Job Information:

• The target salary for this position is $101,196. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires the operation of job-related equipment including lasers and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts

Ability to access and self contribute to 401(k)

Paid time off (personal leave)

Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)

Comprehensive Relocation Package

Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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