Senior Nuclear Radiochemist

Senior Nuclear Radiochemist

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Nuclear Radiochemist to join our expert team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and contributing to radiochemistry research and development projects, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and advancing the laboratory's mission to address critical nuclear and environmental challenges.

• Lead and assist in the design, execution, and analysis of radiochemistry experiments and projects.
• Develop and apply radio chemical methods for the characterization and processing of nuclear materials.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and other professionals across various disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff and interns.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, scientific papers, and presentations.
• Support the development of proposals for new research projects and funding opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements in all laboratory activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in radiochemistry or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in nuclear materials handling and radio chemical techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proven track record of successful research project management.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a national laboratory or similar research environment.
• Knowledge of environmental radiochemistry and radioactive waste management.
• Familiarity with advanced radio chemical instrumentation and analytical techniques.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

"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 l.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  with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.

The Global Security Directorate (GSD) of SRNL provides a team focused on staff development and infrastructure upgrades for nuclear reprocessing science and technology programs  is growing its support of its critical NNSA nonproliferation portfolios and is building its teams to support these enduring programs. GSD is looking for people who can use their talents and experience to help build state of the art business programs as SRNL continues to use its diverse creative staff to deliver the highest quality programs to its customer.

• Job Identification 2063
• Job Category Engineering and Science
• Posting Date 04/24/2026, 03:02 PM
• Apply Before 06/29/2026, 04:00 AM
• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations Savannah River National Laboratory
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