Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
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We have an opening for a Research Scientist to develop and pursue innovative research in the analysis of actinide decay series nuclides and metal stable isotopes in nuclear materials. You will investigate the behavior of U-series and Pu-series nuclides and metal stable isotopes during material production processes through isotopic analysis by MC-ICP-MS or TIMS. This position is in the Chemical and Isotopic Signatures group within the Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division.
Essential Duties
Independently develop and pursue advanced innovative research in actinide decay-series nuclide measurements and heavy element stable isotope measurements of environmental samples and nuclear materials addressing problems in nuclear forensics and proliferation detectionEstablish new analytical protocols and techniques for high-purity separation of actinides and heavy metals from complex sample matrices and isotopic analysis by mass spectrometryLead technical efforts with responsibility for budgets, schedules, deliverables and resource allocationCollaborate with multi-disciplinary teams of scientists and technical personnel to accomplish research goalsPrepare research proposals for agencies that fund research on nuclear scienceDocument and publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific publications and present results at external conferences, seminars and/or technical meetingsPerform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Geochemistry, Chemistry or related field, or equivalent level of demonstrated knowledgeAdvanced knowledge and significant experience in purification of actinides and metals from complex matrices for mass spectrometric analysis of isotopic compositionAdvanced knowledge and significant experience in multi-collector isotope ratio mass spectrometry for determination of isotopic composition and concentration using isotope dilution or double-spike methodsSignificant experience in the interpretation and modeling and of actinide decay-chain disequilibria as a chronometer of natural and/or nuclear fuel cycle processes, or of stable isotope fractionation during geologic and anthropogenic processesAbility to develop independent research projects as demonstrated through publication of peer-reviewed literatureAdvanced verbal and written communication skills necessary to work in a multidisciplinary team environment, author technical and scientific reports and publications, and deliver scientific presentationsInitiative and interpersonal skills necessary to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
Pre-Employment Drug Test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Security Clearance: This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.
If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. In addition, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country), you may be required to renounce your non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.
Note: This is a Career Indefinite position. Lab employees and external candidates may be considered for this position.
About Us
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), located in the San Francisco Bay Area (East Bay), is a premier applied science laboratory that is part of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) within the Department of Energy (DOE). LLNL’s mission is strengthening national security by developing and applying cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering that respond with vision, quality, integrity, and technical excellence to scientific issues of national importance. The Laboratory has a current annual budget of about $2.1 billion, employing approximately 6,800 employees.
LLNL is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
