Radiation Detector Expert

3 months ago

Richland, United States Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Full time

Responsibilities



Conducts research and development activities using the theories and principles of physics. Investigates the structure and behavior of matter, the generation of energy, and the interaction between matter and energy. Scales of investigation range from sub-atomic particles to complex, large-scale systems. Specific research areas range from the structure and properties of matter; optical, acoustic and electromagnetic system design; nuclear, particle, electromagnetic and acoustic phenomena; and the properties of matter under interrogation or impingement from all these forms of energy. Physicists may design, model, prototype, construct, and operate measurement and/or detection systems. Physicists also develop and advance detection technology and detector systems deployed internationally and domestically. Physicists may design, model, prototype, construct, and operate radiation measurement and/or detection systems. Physicist routinely engage in complex, data-intensive analysis.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

BS/BA and 2 years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA -OR- PhD

Preferred Qualifications:

A PhD in Nuclear Physics, Particle Physics or Nuclear Engineering

Have a good understanding of nuclear physics, including radiation detection and measurement

Experience in developing radiation detectors for national or homeland security related applications

Experience in a programming language, preferably C++ or Python

Experience analyzing and interpreting complex data sets 

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated strong analytical techniques and critical thinking 

Experience with radiation transport tools such as GEANT4 or MCNP


Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

Handling and use of sealed radioactive sources for radiation detection measurements Occasional travel (domestic and international) Occasional task activities may be performed outdoors in laboratory and/or field conditions
Additional Information

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.

Requirements: 

U.S. Citizenship Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B. Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP). 

Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated.


Testing Designated Position

This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.


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