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Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Senior$10M raised
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Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Mid level$10M raised
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Full-time
postgraduate degree
Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance
Posted 45d ago
Apply by Aug 8
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will lead a research and development portfolio focused on nuclear incident modeling, forensics, and nonproliferation. They will also mentor junior staff and collaborate across directorates to deliver solutions for national security needs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a related field with at least 12 years of experience, or an MS with 16 years of experience. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Q clearance with SCI access.
Full job description
Requisition Id 16863
Overview:
Within the NND, the Incident Modeling and Computational Sciences (IMCS) group focuses on modeling, analytics, and software development for nuclear incidents, such as nuclear weapon fallout prediction for support of forensics and consequence management or facility accident modeling in support of response planning. The IMCS group seeks applicants for a senior research professional position with a background in novel signals acquisition and interpretation, research-to-deployment of new technologies for radiological and nuclear event response operations, and broad expertise in nuclear forensics, nonproliferation, and counterproliferation research. The successful candidate will develop and lead a research and development portfolio that leverages the capabilities of multiple ORNL directorates and teams with other national laboratories to deliver new, effective solutions to emerging national security needs.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will demonstrate a broad and deep understanding of current and evolving nuclear security threat, technical proficiency in relevant research areas, and leadership in solution development from basic research to transitioned and deployed technologies.
The successful candidate will be expected to engage programmatically and technically across the division, directorate, and laboratory to help sustain and grow ORNL impact on national security missions.
The successful candidate is expected to work well both in a team environment and independently and to fully document work performed in technical reports, papers, and presentations.
The successful candidate will mentor and develop junior staff in professional and technical career growth.
Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality program requirements.
Maintain a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of institution values and ethics.
Basic Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or related field and a minimum of 12 years of experience or MS degree and 16 years of experience.
Experience managing national security programs related to research and/or operations.
Demonstrated ability to assemble and lead multi-disciplinary and multi-entity teams to deliver national security solutions.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, a willingness to apply those skills to a variety of problems, and the ability to determine and understand the broader context of their research.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated history of working with and team building across professional domains, from junior research staff through high-level federal program managers.
Experience in nuclear nonproliferation, counterproliferation, or other related fields.
Familiarity with national laboratory research and development life cycles.
Special Requirements:
Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements: Q clearance with SCI: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. In addition, due the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing.
Visa sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About ORNL:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.
Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
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.
We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.
If you have trouble applying for a position, please email [email protected].
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.
Related keywords
Nuclear SecurityFallout PredictionFacility Accident ModelingNational SecurityQ ClearanceSCI ClearanceORNLDepartment Of EnergyResearch And DevelopmentMulti-disciplinary TeamsTechnical ReportingRadiological ResponseCounterproliferationNonproliferationNuclear ForensicsComputational Sciences
Oak Ridge National Laboratory is managed by UT-Battelle for the Department of Energy. Scientists and engineers at ORNL conduct basic and applied research and development to create scientific knowledge and technological solutions that strengthen the nation's leadership in key areas of science; increase the availability of affordable, reliable energy; and contribute to national security.
ORNL also performs other work for the Department of Energy, including isotope production, information management, and technical program management, and provides research and technical assistance to other organizations.
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