Assistant Chemical Engineer

The Chemical and Fuel Cycle Technologies division is seeking a chemical engineer to join an R&D team conducting use-inspired research supporting the development of nuclear fuel recycling and molten salt-based technologies and nuclear waste management. As part of this team, you will assist in development of new and improved processes and measurements of fundamental properties and characteristics of alloy, ceramic, and glass materials, including radioactive materials being developed for storage and disposal of radioactive wastes, and development of material corrosion and waste form degradation models supporting regulatory acceptance for disposal.

As a part of this team, you will:

+ Synthesize alloy and glass-based materials, including radioactive materials using high-temperature furnaces.
+ Performing laboratory tests and measurements in glovebox facilities following established methods and procedures.
+ Applying technical standards, principles, and concepts to sy...