Postdoc: Isotope Geochemistry & Nuclear Materials Analysis

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in Richland, WA is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to contribute to analytical chemistry and nuclear materials analysis. The role involves developing methods and applying instrumentation to characterize environmental and nuclear samples for national security missions.

The position requires a PhD in a relevant field, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or in teams within government-sponsored projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within next 8 months.
• PhD in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Geochemistry (isotope geochemist), Geology, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical chemistry research for characterization, quantitative, and forensic analysis of environmental and nuclear materials.
• Develop novel methods and detection technologies for nuclear materials analysis.
• Work with various analytical instrumentation and data processing techniques; support national security and environmental missions.

Education

PhD in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Geochemistry (isotope geochemist), Geology, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Job description

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in Richland, WA is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to contribute to analytical chemistry and nuclear materials analysis. The role involves developing methods and applying instrumentation to characterize environmental and nuclear samples for national security missions.

The position requires a PhD in a relevant field, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or in teams within government-sponsored projects.