Isotope Processing Chemist: High-Yield Purification

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness facilities

Flexible work hours

Medical and retirement plans

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks a Stable Isotope Processing Chemist (Technical Assistant) to perform recovery, purification, chemical conversion and characterization of isotopic material with near-zero losses. The role operates within SIMC in ORNL's Enrichment Science and Engineering Division, collaborating with scientists, technicians, and engineers on milestone-driven projects.

Qualified candidates will hold a BS in Chemistry, have experience in inorganic/analytical chemistry and

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemistry or a closely related technical discipline.
• Experience in inorganic and/or analytical chemistry lab work.
• Experience in chemical characterization techniques and quantitative analyses.

Responsibilities

• Perform recovery, purification, chemical conversion, and characterization of isotopic material from enrichment devices, at near zero loss.
• Responsible for executing intricate chemical conversion processes to achieve maximum yield of exceptionally pure product.
• Utilize analytical equipment including mass spectrometry, electron microscopy, and other material evaluation techniques.
• Support the development of reports, presentations, and operator aids or guidelines on technical services, conversion activities, and the processing of enriched isotopic material.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary, multi-laboratory environment with scientists, engineers, and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements.

Skills

Inorganic chemistry

Analytical chemistry

Laboratory skills

Education

BS in Chemistry

Tools

Mass spectrometry

Electron microscopy

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks a Stable Isotope Processing Chemist (Technical Assistant) to perform recovery, purification, chemical conversion and characterization of isotopic material with near-zero losses. The role operates within SIMC in ORNL's Enrichment Science and Engineering Division, collaborating with scientists, technicians, and engineers on milestone-driven projects.

Qualified candidates will hold a BS in Chemistry, have experience in inorganic/analytical chemistry and