Radiochemist: Nuclear Chemistry R&D + Teaching

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University’s Nuclear Science Center in Pullman seeks a Radiochemist to support research on chemical and isotope separations, characterize nuclear processes, and teach at least one undergraduate course per semester.

The role involves defining research problems, designing approaches, handling radiological materials, collecting and interpreting data, and ensuring safety, quality control, and continuous improvement of techniques.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an appropriate related scientific or engineering discipline and four (4) years of progressively responsible related professional research experience.
• Satisfactory Background Check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen at time of hire.
• Within 6 months of hire, CPR, first aide, and AED trainings.

Responsibilities

• Identify and define nuclear-related research problems and design research approaches.
• Secure extramural funding and manage research projects.
• Handle radiological materials and operate in radiological controlled areas.
• Prepare, handle, and analyze samples that can be radioactive; ensure data quality and safety.
• Instruct at least one undergraduate course per semester.

Education

Master’s degree in related scientific or engineering discipline

PhD in radiochemistry (preferred)

Job description

Washington State University’s Nuclear Science Center in Pullman seeks a Radiochemist to support research on chemical and isotope separations, characterize nuclear processes, and teach at least one undergraduate course per semester.

The role involves defining research problems, designing approaches, handling radiological materials, collecting and interpreting data, and ensuring safety, quality control, and continuous improvement of techniques.