Radiochemistry & Isotope Separation Scientist

wsu; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick/vacation

Paid holidays

Insurance package

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Training & development

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University seeks a Radiochemist to support research on chemical and isotope separations and to teach at least one undergraduate course per semester. The role involves handling radiological materials, applying a broad range of analytical techniques, and ensuring rigorous safety and data quality in a radiological laboratory environment.

The successful candidate will conduct experimental work in facilities with access to nuclear materials, contribute to project objectives, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related scientific/engineering field with 4 years of professional research experience.
• PhD may substitute for up to two years of required work experience.
• Combination of education and professional experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Satisfactory Background Check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen at time of hire.
• Within 6 months of hire CPR, first aid and AED trainings.

Responsibilities

• Support research on chemical and isotope separations.
• Characterize chemical and nuclear processes.
• Instruct at least one undergraduate course per semester.
• Handle radiological materials in controlled laboratory areas.
• Prepare, handle, complete radiometric separations and analyze potentially radioactive samples.
• Collect, analyze and interpret research data; ensure quality control and safe practices.

Skills

Research experience

Radiochemistry

Data analysis

Laboratory techniques

Quality reporting

Education

Master's degree in a related scientific or engineering discipline

PhD may substitute for up to two years of required experience

Job description

Washington State University seeks a Radiochemist to support research on chemical and isotope separations and to teach at least one undergraduate course per semester. The role involves handling radiological materials, applying a broad range of analytical techniques, and ensuring rigorous safety and data quality in a radiological laboratory environment.

The successful candidate will conduct experimental work in facilities with access to nuclear materials, contribute to project objectives, and