Talent Bridge Nuclear Scientist

Battelle Energy Alliance; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 84,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Nuclear Scientist to join the Reactor Technology & Integration team on a 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off. The role develops and validates designs, performs integrated analyses for storage and safety, and prepares high-quality technical reports and publications.

The ideal candidate will have a physics/chemistry/mathematics background, experience in theoretical nuclear modeling, reactor safety analysis, and familiarity with MOOSE or similar tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree completed within the last 12 months from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience in theoretical nuclear modeling.
• Exposure to nuclear reactor systems and safety analysis.
• Ideal: experience in reactor physics and analysis tools/methods.
• Ideal: experience with MOOSE or similar system codes.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced nuclear engineering design principles, theories, and concepts.
• Use best practices in design methodologies to develop and validate designs.
• Document designs to ensure conformance with requirements and standards.
• Perform integrated analyses to meet storage, disposal, and facility safety requirements.
• Defend analytical methods and results in reviews.
• Develop and improve physics-based mathematical models and analysis methods.
• Prepare reports and peer-reviewed publications.
• Represent programs through technical presentations and at conferences.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Skills

Nuclear reactor physics

Theoretical modeling

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree in physics, chemistry or mathematics

Tools

MOOSE

Job description

Benefits

• Paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k)

Schedule

9X80's with every other Friday off

Program Duration

12 months, with a potential 1-year extension.

Idaho National Laboratory seeks Nuclear Scientists to advance the future of nuclear energy through innovative research and the development of nextgeneration reactor systems. In this role, you will apply advanced nuclear engineering principles, theories, and design methodologies to develop, validate, and document complex engineering designs that meet rigorous technical, regulatory, and safety requirements.

You will perform integrated analyses that support storage, disposal, and facility safety objectives, and you will defend analytical approaches and results during formal reviews. The role includes developing and refining physics-based mathematical models and analysis methods to support experimental and programmatic needs.

As part of INL's scientific community, you will prepare high-quality technical reports and peer-reviewed publications, represent programs through technical presentations and conference participation, and contribute to ongoing professional development activities that strengthen the laboratory's research capabilities.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Apply advanced nuclear engineering design principles, theories, and concepts.
• Use best practices in design methodologies to develop and validate designs.
• Document designs to ensure conformance with requirements and standards.
• Perform integrated analyses to meet storage, disposal, and facility safety requirements.
• Defend analytical methods and results in reviews.
• Develop and improve physics-based mathematical models and analysis methods.
• Prepare reports and peer-reviewed publications.
• Represent programs through technical presentations and at conferences.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Required

• To qualify, you must have completed your Bachelor's degree in physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics or a closely related field within the last 12 months from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience in theoretical nuclear modeling.
• Exposure to nuclear reactor systems and safety analysis.

The ideal candidate will possess

• Experience in nuclear reactor physics, and analysis tools/methods.
• Experience with MOOSE or similar system codes.

Application Requirements

• Current Resume or CV; Proof of Graduation (diploma or unofficial transcript accepted)

Review and Evaluation

• Reviews at 3, 6, and 9 months. At the 6-month review, next steps are discussed (full-time transition, additional education, other opportunities)

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Scientist to work on our Reactor Technology & Integration team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Research Engineering Campus with every other Friday off.

The pay range for this position is $83,964 - $90,948. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.
• Comprehensive Relocation Package

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information

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