Spent Fuel Analyst- Radiation Transport Specialist
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- Nuclear Science & Technology (Cxxx)
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Spent Fuel Analyst- Radiation Transport Specialist to work in our Used Fuel Management department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Research and Education Campus with every other Friday off.
As an experienced Spent Fuel Analyst - Radiation Transport Specialist you apply a complete understanding and wide application of radiation transport principles to the evaluation, characterization, and modeling and analysis of nuclear design, nuclear experimentation, and nuclear waste management. Also, a general knowledge of nuclear operations and other related fields such as criticality safety is required. Will gain a complete understanding of spent fuel facilities (e.g., independent spent fuel storage installations, spent fuel pools, canister/cask handling procedures), technologies (e.g., canister and cask design system design, canister and cask closure options, drying technologies, repair/mitigation alternatives), and the current DOE-managed and commercial spent fuel management system. The ability to work on problems of diverse scope, including the utility, vendor, and Federal roles, is required.
You will contribute to a broad range of spent fuel related projects, including the Molten Chloride Reactor Experiment Advanced Reactor Demonstration Project. Working under only general direction, you will publish work in various customer-required reports as well as peer-reviewed journal publications.
Also, you will be heavily involved and/or leading the preparation, peer review, and delivery of program plans, oral presentations, and other activities related to INL spent fuel programs and projects, though little day-to-day instruction will be provided. You are expected to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, and frequent internal customer contacts as well as limited external customer contracts are required. You will take direction from other team members and peers and provide input in a constructive manner. You will report to the Department Manager.
Minimum Requirements:
- MS in Nuclear Engineering, Physics or related discipline.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" / "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
Job Information:
- The pay range for this position is $77,628.00 - $159,228.00. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
- You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
- TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
Benefits and Relocation
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
- 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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Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
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