Postdoc: Radiochemical Separations & Nuclear Recycling

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory's Chemical and Fuel Cycle Technologies Division invites a Postdoctoral Appointee with expertise in radiochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields to support experimental research in radiochemical separations and advanced aqueous recycling of used nuclear fuel. The position emphasizes hands-on work in radiochemistry laboratories.

The successful candidate will design and operate experimental systems for separation processes, perform laboratory-scale

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in radiochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or closely related field completed in the past 5 years or soon‑to‑be completed.
• U.S. citizenship proof required to comply with federal regulations.
• Hands‑on radiotracer and laboratory experience preferred or shown aptitude.
• Knowledge of aqueous separations chemistry or nuclear fuel cycle processes.
• Experience with separation methods such as solvent extraction, ion exchange, adsorption, precipitation, or related unit operations.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation, sensors, data acquisition, and process control.
• Ability to independently plan and execute experimental research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute radiochemical laboratory experiments involving radiotracers and aqueous separations in controlled environments (hoods, gloveboxes, hot cells).
• Design, assemble, operate, troubleshoot, test, and optimize experimental systems to support advanced aqueous recycling of UNF.
• Evaluate separations performance for actinides, lanthanides, and fission products via experiments and data analysis.
• Prepare test plans and operating procedures, and contribute to reports, publications, and sponsor deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Author or co-author research proposals and white papers to advance R&D opportunities.

Skills

Radiochemistry

Laboratory work

Actinide/lanthanide separations

Radiotracers

Experimental design

Data analysis

Technical report writing

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Radiochemistry / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory's Chemical and Fuel Cycle Technologies Division invites a Postdoctoral Appointee with expertise in radiochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields to support experimental research in radiochemical separations and advanced aqueous recycling of used nuclear fuel. The position emphasizes hands-on work in radiochemistry laboratories.

The successful candidate will design and operate experimental systems for separation processes, perform laboratory-scale