Scientist/Chemist

Framatome; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Scientist/Chemist in Lynchburg, VA, where your expertise will contribute to the future of clean energy. In this full-time role, you will be part of an innovative team focused on delivering safe and economical low-carbon energy solutions. Utilize your analytical chemistry skills in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment, working with advanced equipment to ensure quality results. This opportunity not only impacts the energy sector but also supports a brighter future for communities. If you are ready to make a difference and embrace challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Multiple Medical Plans

Dental and Vision Plans

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant science required.
• Experience with analytical chemistry and lab equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical chemistry assignments and sample production tasks.
• Collect customer data and perform statistical analysis.

Skills

Process Chemistry Parameters

Statistical Analysis

Technical Writing

Excel

Computational Abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biological, Physical or Applied Science

Advanced Degree in Similar Fields

Tools

ICP-MS

XRF

XRD

FTIR

Job description

Scientist/Chemist

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LABORATORY

Lynchburg, VA

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3316-378

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Full-Time/Regular

What You've Accomplished

You have completed a Bachelor's degree in Biological, Physical or Applied Science. You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values: https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/

You may have also acquired the following skills:

• Define process chemistry parameters and evaluate samples to ensure chemical cleaning objectives are being met.


• Perform analysis and interpret lab results of elemental and morphological characteristics, benchmark against industry data. Maintain database.


• Collect customer data, perform statistical analysis, write reports. Involves personal interface with customers.


• Strong computational and reasoning abilities.


• Good technical writing skills and Excel experience a must.

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people's lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Scientist/Chemist in Lynchburg, VA, you will be part of the proven team in the Installed Base Business Unit. Your work will include working in the Chemistry Material Center laboratory, you will be an integral member of the rapidly growing Chemistry Services team in the Chemistry and BOP Services Product Line. The Chemist/Scientist I position will work in Framatome's Chemistry and Material Center (CMC) laboratory performing analytical chemistry assignments and sample production tasks using state-of art lab equipment serving the nuclear plant market. Operate lab equipment, i.e., ICP-MS, XRF, XRD, FTIR, wet lab analysis, etc., and perform standard laboratory tasks and complex tasks under the direction of a CMC Supervisor while recording, intrpreting and reporting results. Rely on experience and judgement to plan priorities and accomplish goals. Follows standard operating procedures and aids to ensure quality results are produced safely. May be required to work with and around radioactive and/or corrosive chemicals and must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment as required. Working hours are typically 7:30 AM to 4 PM, with the potential to work overtime to meet project deadlines. Work will occur in an office environment, laboratories, and at nuclear power plants. In many environments, you will need to wear protective clothing or use equipment like safety glasses, steel toe/composite safety shoes, ear protectors, gloves and/or a hard hat on a daily basis.

This position requires occasional travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.

See how the Installed Base Business Unit contributes to this future: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/services-and-maintenance/

Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/

Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen (as applicable).

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $65,000 - $84,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy's Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.