R&D, Chemist

Nukemed Technologies; Bunker Hill (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Nukemed Technologies seeks a radiochemist to join our Radium-226 Radiochemistry Group. The role focuses on extracting Ra-226 from crude sources and purifying Ra-226 while optimizing processes to minimize losses. Travel to various sites may be required.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in radiochemical separations of radiometals, with experience in radium and actinide purification, alongside strong time-management and detail orientation.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in radiochemical separations of radiometals.
• Experience working with Radium.
• Experience in purification of actinides or radio lanthanides.
• Excellent Time Management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Continual learner with curiosity for science.
• Flexibility to work various shifts/rotate schedules.

Responsibilities

• Extract Ra-226 from crude sources.
• Purify Ra-226 from crude sources.
• Optimize processes to minimize Radium-226 loss.
• Develop efficient recycle methods for cyclotron bombarded Ra-226.

Job description

Invites applicants to join our Radium-226 Radiochemistry Group

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Extract Ra-226 from crude sources.
• Purify Ra-226 from crude sources.
• Optimize processes to minimize Radium-226 loss.
• Develop efficient recycle methods for cyclotron bombarded Ra-226.

TRAVEL

• May be required to different sites such as mines etc.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree with + 5 years work experience in radiochemical separations of radiometals.
• Experience working with Radium
• Experience in purification of actinides or radio lanthanides.
• Excellent Time Management
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Continual learner and has a curiosity for science
• Must have the flexibility to work various shifts/rotate schedules as required