Pyroprocessing Postdoctoral Research Associate

1 month ago


Idaho Falls, United States Idaho National Laboratory Full time

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Pyroprocessing Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in our Pyrochemical Department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex facility with every Friday off.

You will develop cutting-edge technologies for the management and recycling of used nuclear fuels at the MFC. You will develop electrochemical and other experiments in high temperature molten salts, collect experimental data, analyze data, document and publish experimental results. Knowledge and a working background in electrochemical processes in high temperature molten salts is required.

  • Ph.D. in chemical engineering, chemistry, electrochemistry, analytical chemistry, nuclear engineering, or related field having been conferred within the past 5 years, or the PhD requirements must be completed by commencement of the Postdoctoral appointment.

  • Hands-on experience and publications in molten salt electrochemistry

  • Experience in proposal writing and capture of funding opportunities

  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" / "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Job Information:

  • Salary: $96,900 Annually

  • You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

Benefits and Relocation

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 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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