Geochemist

Minimum Requirements:

• Advanced degree (PhD or MS) in geosciences or engineering (environmental/chemical/civil/mechanical) or a similar field and 3 years minimum experience
• Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication skills in English
• Strong research and analytical skills to apply geochemical models to resolve H2, CO2, and geothermal research questions.
• Ability to integrate field observations and laboratory data into a modeling system to ensure that the model solution solves real world, field-scale subsurface problems.
• Have a publication record and experience writing competitive research proposals.

Preferred Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to organize research activities and build multi-disciplinary teams consisting of internal and external (other national laboratories, universities, industry) members
• Relevant research accomplishments documented by publications in scientific literature
• Experience leading field scale geoscience research projects
• Strong customer interaction and presentation skills

Job Information

• Salary Grade 220 ($107,520 - $177,336) / 230 ($121,212 - $206,232)
• Chosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting, and the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

INL Overview:

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.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL men born after December 31, 1959, must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

INL is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide EEO to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

When applying to positions please provide your resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.

Benefits & Salary:

We have an extremely competitive salary structure, robust relocation package, and a phenomenal benefits package. For more information, please visit: https://www.inl.gov/careers/benefits-overview