Neutron-Generator PGAA Instrument Development Scientist

National Institute of Standards and Technology; Gaithersburg (MD); Hybride; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) invites qualified researchers to advance neutron generator-based PGAA instrumentation. The associate researcher will design moderators, assemble detector systems, perform measurements, and analyze spectra, contributing to peer-reviewed publications and presenting findings at conferences.

This 1-year term position in the Chemistry/Materials, Measurement Laboratory emphasizes collaboration with NIST researchers and the broader research

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in nuclear engineering, physics, or related field.
• Hands-on ability in design and assembly of neutron moderators for optimal thermal output.
• Understanding of principles of neutron and gamma ray interaction with materials.
• Expertise in nuclear digital and analog electronics.
• Expertise in simulation tools for radiation transport.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Design neutron moderator for a DD generator to optimize thermal neutron irradiation.
• Set up gamma ray detector and electronics for PGAA measurements and perform spectral analysis.

Connaissances

Neutron moderator design

Gamma-ray electronics

Nuclear electronics

Radiation transport simulation

Verbal and written communication

Formation

Ph.D. or equivalent in nuclear engineering/physics

Outils

Radiation transport simulation tools

Description du poste

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) invites qualified researchers to advance neutron generator-based PGAA instrumentation. The associate researcher will design moderators, assemble detector systems, perform measurements, and analyze spectra, contributing to peer-reviewed publications and presenting findings at conferences.

This 1-year term position in the Chemistry/Materials, Measurement Laboratory emphasizes collaboration with NIST researchers and the broader research