Molten Salt Research Reactor Director

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.
1. Christ-like Character    We lead with humility, integrity, and wisdom. We strive to be honest mentors who  reflect Christ in our actions and relationships.
2. Driven to Deliver    We take initiative, work hard, and stay curious. We’re proactive, creative  problem-solvers who are always learning and pushing forward to get things done.
3. Better Together    We believe in the power of collaboration. We communicate openly, support one  another, and bring a spirit of respect, fun, and teamwork to everything we do.

An ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong desire to integrate into a team that shares our core values and possess the skills listed below. Candidates who align well with our values but may not yet have all of the desired skills may still be considered.
** Basic Responsibilities
** The MSRR Director is responsible for the safe, secure, and efficient operation of the Molten Salt Research Reactor (MSRR). This leadership role oversees reactor operations, regulatory compliance, personnel management, research coordination, and strategic planning to support academic, research, and training missions.
* Lead the MSRR Operations & Control
* Compliance with NRC/DOE Licensing & Operating Procedures
* Operator Training & Mentoring
* Reactor Experiment Support
* Safety & Emergency Preparedness
* Documentation & Records Management
* Continuous Improvement & Maintenance Support
** Essential Duties
** Include the following. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable  individuals to perform the essential functions.
Reactor Operations & Control
* Operate the MSRR in accordance with NRC/DOE licenses and approved procedures.
* Monitor reactor systems, instrumentation, and controls during operation.
* Perform startup, shutdown, and normal operating evolutions safely and efficiently.

Compliance with NRC/DOE Licensing & Operating Procedures
* Maintain an active NRC Senior Reactor Operator license.
* Ensure operations comply with technical specifications and regulatory requirements.
* Report deviations, non-conformances, or abnormal conditions immediately.

Operator Training & Mentoring
* Train and supervise Reactor Operators and student operators.
* Mentor new operators to achieve and maintain NRC operator licensing.
* Evaluate operator performance and provide constructive feedback.

Reactor Experiment Support
* Support setup and execution of approved experimental activities.
* Ensure experiments comply with reactor safety and licensing limits.
* Collaborate with researchers to integrate experiments into reactor operations.

Safety & Emergency Preparedness
* Participate in safety drills and emergency preparedness exercises.
* Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols.
* Serve as shift leader during abnormal or emergency situations.

Documentation & Records Management
* Ensure completion of accurate reactor logs, operating records, and NRC/DOE required reports.
* Maintain training and qualification records for operators.
* Ensure documentation meets NRC/DOE and internal QA/QC requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Maintenance Support
* Identify and report issues that impact reactor reliability or efficiency.
* Support maintenance activities by coordinating with engineering staff.
* Participate in corrective action and continuous improvement initiatives.
** Professional Development Requirements
** Skills* Strong technical knowledge of reactor systems and operations.
* Ability to lead teams under both normal and emergency conditions.
* Strong attention to detail in recordkeeping and compliance.
* Effective communication and mentoring skills.
** Qualifications
* * Professional* Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field.  To be eligible for a dual faculty appointment, a master's or doctoral degree will be required.
* NRC Senior Reactor Operator license (or eligibility to obtain).
* Minimum 3–5 years of reactor operations experience in a research or commercial environment.
* Proven experience leading…