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Bee Talent Solutions lists this Senior/Principal Analytical Radiochemist (Onsite) opportunity in everett, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior/Principal Analytical Radiochemist (Onsite)
Base pay range
$67.00/hr - $110.00/hr
As an Analytical Radiochemist, you will be directly responsible for advancing the chemical and radiochemical understanding of MCFR fuel salts and for developing cutting-edge analytical capabilities that ensure salt stability, process integrity, and product qualification.
Responsibilities:
Lead development and implementation of robust analytical methods and procedures for MCFR sample characterization, including gamma spectroscopy, ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and other relevant techniques
Oversee the generation and review of technical work products such as certificates of analysis/conformance, research reports, production records, procedures, and publications
Manage analytical scope related to measuring purity, and mass balance of MCFR products, and analyzing in-process samples for quality control
Lead development and implementation of robust chemical and analytical separation processes needed to produce high quality data from high salt containing samples
Direct installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of MCFR radioanalytical instruments and equipment
Recommend and develop alternative approaches for quantification and characterization of samples
Ensure laboratory procedures are developed, maintained, and continuously improved
Maintain high standards of organization, housekeeping, and operational effectiveness in MCFR analytical and radiochemistry facilities
Ensure strict adherence to site safety, radiation protection, and regulatory guidelines, working closely with health physicists, authorized users, and the RSO.
Promote a culture of safety in all experimental and operational activities
Report progress on team and project performance to senior management through presentations, updates, and technical communications
Drive continuous improvement in analytical capabilities, safety practices, and team effectiveness
Direct the radiochemistry team’s analytical contributions to complement MC&A R&D activities for the MCFR fuel cycle, ensuring effective coordination with the safeguards and the testing teams
Emphasize safety in new and existing design and safe practices in all experimental activities
Lead in ensuring organization, housekeeping and effectiveness of client’s radiochemistry use areas is maintained at a high standard at all times
Perform other general duties associated with position as member of radiochemistry team to ensure ongoing effectiveness and continuous improvement of the client’s efforts
Key Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, physical sciences, or a related technical field required; Master’s or Ph.D. strongly preferred; (Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s, 6 years with a Master’s, or 3 years with a Ph.D.)
Extensive hands-on experience in each of gamma spectroscopy, ICP-MS, and ICP-OES for measurement of purity of alpha-emitting radioisotopes
Proven track record in analytical method development using the above techniques
Demonstrated capability for developing procedures adherent to a NQA-1 quality program
Strong background in radiochemical separations (e.g., column separations, liquid-liquid extractions) is highly desirable
Familiarity with state-of-the-art and emerging molten salt analysis and process-monitoring approaches preferred
Proficiency in activity, equilibrium, and kinetics calculations, as well as techniques relevant to chemical manipulation and purification of actinide compounds and fission products, is desirable
Knowledge of chemometrics and/or machine learning is desired
knowledge of relevant instrumentation and technique fundamentals (design, theory and interpretation) is a plus
Experience with gas chromatography and neutron-based approaches is a plus
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to convey complex technical information clearly to diverse stakeholders
Proven ability to work collaboratively, build trust, and foster teamwork across multidisciplinary teams
High degree of professional integrity, openness, and respect in interactions with colleagues and external partners
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Other
Industries
Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing, Electric Power Generation, and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution
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Worksite address
everett, WA, 98213, US
Who can apply
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