Radioisotope Processing Technician — Radiochemical Lab Pro

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Drug Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Technician – Radioisotope Processing to support isotope production activities in the 4501 Operations Group. The role involves working in radiological facilities, handling materials in hot cells and gloveboxes, and collaborating with scientists and engineers to develop processing solutions.

Applicants should hold an AS degree or higher in engineering or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience, strong communication, teamwork, and safety

Qualifications

• AS degree in engineering or a related discipline and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent communication skills are essential to ensure effective interaction with peers, technical and non-technical staff.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work as a team, and committed to safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in isotope production activities in a team environment within a radiological facility, including glovebox operations.
• Work with nuclear materials in hot cells, gloveboxes, and radiological fume hoods to support isotope production.
• Assist technical staff and other technicians with operations in chemical and radiochemical labs.
• Engage with scientists, engineers, and technicians to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality requirements.
• Assist with coordinating radioactive and hazardous waste disposal.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Safety practices

Education

AS degree in engineering or related discipline

Tools

Glovebox operations

Hot cell operations

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Technician – Radioisotope Processing to support isotope production activities in the 4501 Operations Group. The role involves working in radiological facilities, handling materials in hot cells and gloveboxes, and collaborating with scientists and engineers to develop processing solutions.

Applicants should hold an AS degree or higher in engineering or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience, strong communication, teamwork, and safety