Isotope Production Radiochemist – Analytical Lab Specialist

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, TN seeks an Isotope Production Analytical Chemist to perform radiochemical sample prep, separations, and measurements across environmental to high-activity materials. You’ll work in radiological hoods, gloveboxes, and hot cells as part of TAL in NAC within the CSD/PSD. Initial schedule is four 10-hour days (7:00–5:30) with potential shift changes; training provided.

Requires a chemistry-related bachelor’s degree and up to 2 years’ experience. U.S.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science or other technical related discipline.
• 0-2 years of analytical laboratory or nuclear operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform established chemical laboratory procedures for titrations, dissolutions, dilutions and separations of high activity samples in preparation for analytical determinations
• Independently perform detailed analytical operations in alpha gloveboxes and shielded hot cells
• Perform laboratory experiments as needed to assist in developing, modifying, and refining operational and/or experimental procedures
• Operate radiochemistry analytical instrumentation, including NMC and Protean gas flow proportional counters, Canberra 4100/4200 gas flow proportional counters, Perkin Elmer 5110R liquid scintillation counter, BF3 neutron detector, and Windows based alpha and gamma ray spectrometry system (Canberra Genie-2K/ORTEC Alphavision & Gammavision) utilizing HPGe and Silicon Surface Barrier detectors
• Interpret data from radiochemistry measurements for scientific/sample reports.
• Utilize Windows based personal computers instrumentation operation, data reporting, analytical calculations, and sample management
• Obtain and maintain all ORNL training requirements for a radiation worker performing analytical work in designated non-reactor radiological facilities (Category II or III) and radiological facilities to include being qualified as a respirator wearer
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements
• Maintain strong dedication to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Radiochemistry

Analytical techniques

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

Glove boxes

Shielded hot cells

Radiochemical instrumentation

HPGe detectors

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, TN seeks an Isotope Production Analytical Chemist to perform radiochemical sample prep, separations, and measurements across environmental to high-activity materials. You’ll work in radiological hoods, gloveboxes, and hot cells as part of TAL in NAC within the CSD/PSD. Initial schedule is four 10-hour days (7:00–5:30) with potential shift changes; training provided.

Requires a chemistry-related bachelor’s degree and up to 2 years’ experience. U.S.