Where is the Tritium Technology Scientists, Intermediate role at Savannah River National Laboratory based?

This role is based in Aiken, SC.

What degree is required for the Tritium Technology Scientists, Intermediate role at Savannah River National Laboratory?

This role asks for a bachelor's degree.

How many years of experience does this Tritium Technology Scientists, Intermediate role require?

The posting calls for 1–4 years of relevant experience.

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Tritium Technology Scientists, Intermediate

Savannah River National Laboratory · Aiken, SCyesterday

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Lead research on hydrogen isotope separations and characterize materials for tritium applications at a national lab.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Work in a tritium fuel cycle group partnered with most private fusion companies and the ITER exhaust project

Might not be for you. Requires ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance, which limits non-citizens

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist PhD-friendlyBS acceptable

Core polymer role:Characterization of materials for tritium applications; hydrogen storage and materials science; BS in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Engineering

Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 1–4 yrs
Industry: Energy
Role: R&D / Research
Clearance: Ability to obtain
Relocation: Offered

Benefits

relocation package5% non-elective 401k contributioncompany-paid disability and life insurance

Role details

Job Description

The Hydrogen Isotope Science Group at Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking Tritium Technology Scientists. We want highly motivated individuals to work towards pushing boundaries of hydrogen isotope separations, materials science, impurity removal strategies, hydrogen storage, and novel solution for isotopic separations. The ideal candidates would have a strong background in engineering, chemistry, physics, or materials science, and polymer science.

Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to research projects focused on the development of hydrogen isotope processing technologies and characterization of materials for tritium applications.
Write research proposals aligned to SRNL's core competencies
Design and conduct experiments, and analyze results,
Collaborate with cross-functional teams of scientists and engineers.
Contribute to intellectual property development through patent and copyright applications.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Engineering and 1-4 years of experience in an academic or national laboratory environment
Strong background in fundamental science
Advanced communication skills involving complicated topics.
Works safely with particular attention to quality. Complies with all policies and standards.
For ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong track record of publications in high quality peer-reviewed journals.

About Us

"We put science to work!"

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

Benefits vary based upon employment status
Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
Savings & Investment plan:

Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)

Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Plan
SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov .

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at [email protected] with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.

About The Team

Weapons Production Technology (WPT) is a world leader in tritium fuel cycles with a strong industrial partnership, including most private companies working on fusion research. WPT also leads the Tokomak Exhaust System Development Project for the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor. The staff of 300 in this vibrant organization are leading the frontiers of tritium effects on materials, hydrogen science, fusion related research, plutonium metallurgy, sensing and metrology, advanced engineering, and advanced manufacturing.