Chemistry Technician

Natura Resources, LLC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Natura Resources LLC in Abilene, TX seeks a Chemistry Technician to support chemistry operations at our Molten Salt Reactor (MSR) facility. The role involves chemical analysis of molten fluoride salts, high-temperature sample handling, and data recording under strict safety and QA standards.

You will work with ICP-MS, IGF, GC-MS, Raman, FTIR and electrochemical methods, maintain lab equipment, assist with salt purification and waste characterization, and comply with ALARA, NRC, DOE, and OSHA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field (preferred).
• 2+ years hands-on laboratory experience, preferably in radiochemistry or molten salts.
• Familiarity with inert glovebox operations and high-temperature systems.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques such as ICP-MS, GC-MS, Raman, FTIR.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical analysis of molten and quenched salt samples using ICP-MS, IGF, spectroscopy and electrochemical methods.
• Prepare and handle high-temperature molten salt samples under safety protocols.
• Maintain and troubleshoot lab instrumentation and gloveboxes; calibrate equipment.
• Support corrosion testing and materials compatibility for salts contacting alloys.
• Record and report experimental data with QA compliance and detailed notebooks.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Record-keeping

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

ICP-MS

IGF

GC-MS

Raman

FTIR

Job description

Natura Resources LLC Chemistry Technician Abilene, TX·Full time Company website

Natura Resources is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Chemistry technician to support chemistry operations and research at our Molten Salt Reactor (MSR) facility. This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of non-nuclear and future nuclear molten salt systems through precise chemical analysis, material testing, sample handling, and data collection in a high-temperature, radiologically controlled environment.

About Natura Resources LLC

Natura Resources is committed to answering the world's increased demand for reliable energy, medical isotopes, and clean water by developing commercially deployable liquid-fueled molten salt reactors.

Description

As a Chemistry technician, you will work with molten fluoride salts and contribute to the safe, efficient, and innovative development of next-generation molten salt systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform chemical analysis of molten and quenched salt samples using techniques such as ICP-MS, IGF, spectroscopy, and electrochemical methods.
• Collect, prepare, and handle high-temperature molten salt samples under chemical safety protocols.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory instrumentation, gloveboxes, and analytical equipment used for research, including routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of lab equipment.
• Support material compatibility and corrosion testing on alloys and components exposed to molten salts.
• Record, analyze, and report experimental data with high accuracy, maintaining detailed laboratory notebooks and digital databases compliant with nuclear quality assurance standards.
• Assist in the development and execution of experimental procedures for routine handling, salt purification, fission product removal, and waste form characterization.
• Maintain strict adherence to all chemical hygiene, radiation protection (ALARA), and environmental regulations (NRC, DOE, OSHA).
• Collaborate with engineers and chemists to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.

Requirements & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (preferred). Equivalent military or nuclear industry experience will be considered.
• 2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience, preferably in radiochemistry, high-temperature chemistry, or molten salts.
• Familiarity with inert atmosphere glovebox operations and high-temperature systems is desirable.
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques (ICP-MS, IGF, GC-MS, Raman, FTIR, etc) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of safety, hazardous material handling, and PPE usage in controlled environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.