Molten Salt R&D Engineer/Scientist

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Molten Salt R&D Engineer/Scientist to work on our Advanced Technologies of Molten Salts team. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) with every or every other Friday off.

A molten salt R&D engineer/scientist develops cutting-edge technologies for the development of molten salt reactors including fuel salt chemistry, fuel salt synthesis and purification, salt irradiation, characterization, sensor development, and property determination. The researcher will develop salt chemistry and other experiments in high temperature molten salts, collect experimental data, mentor interns and postdoc, analyze data, document and publish experimental results. Knowledge and a working background in in high temperature molten salts is required.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform engineering research and development activities associated with molten salt chemistry
• Conduct fundamental and applied research
• Collect and analyze test results and develop new testing methods and analysis approaches
• Assimilate and interpret experimental data
• Present results at conferences, either independently or a part of a research team
• Identify new research opportunities, contribute to the direction of technical teams, respond to research opportunities, and assist in the generation of technical proposals and securing funding for research activities

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 3- Bachelor's in chemical engineering, material science, inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear engineering, or related field, and 5 years of relevant experience. Master's in the same and 2 years of relevant experience. PhD in the same and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Level 4-Bachelor's in chemical engineering, material science, inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear engineering, or related field, and 9 years of relevant experience. Master's in the same and 6 years of relevant experience. PhD in the same and 4 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience and publications in molten salt chemistry or related area.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in proposal writing and capture of funding opportunities.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 $93,204.00 - $191,076.00 / Level 4 $111,888.00 - $229,284.00. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

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

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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.

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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.

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