Requisition Id12456
Overview:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security.
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will support the Nuclear Fuel Element Performance Group in the Nuclear Energy Fuel Cycle Division, Fusiona and Fission Energy Science Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The ORNL Nuclear Fuel Element Performance Group is seeking a highly-motivated individual to join their research team to support advanced characterization of irradiated nuclear fuel materials. This position is specifically focused on microscopy of nuclear fuel and extened application of transmission electron microscopy to characterize nuclear fuel. A major focus of this position will be development of new approaches to postirradiation examination to facilitate isolation and study of specific mechanisms relevant to fuel performance. Fuel forms of interest include light water reactor uranium dioxide as well as coated particle fuel variants for a range of applications. Scientific output will be a primary emphasis throughout these activities. The selected individual will function as a component in a much larger team comprised of staff from numerous organizations to design, field, and analyze previously irradiated nuclear fuel and irradiation experiments from research reactors; strong communication and interpersonal skills will be essential.
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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.