Senior R&D Chemist

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Senior R&D Chemist to lead the design, execution, and analysis of experiments for medical isotope production, purification, and used nuclear fuel (UNF) recycling. The role is critical to radio chemical process development and ensuring regulatory and safety compliance.

The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $120,000 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package.

• Design and optimize separation processes for actinides and fission products using advanced chemical techniques.
• Lead and execute experiments for isotope production and UNF recycling, applying column chromatography, solvent extraction, and crystallization.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in chemistry, process engineering, and licensing to develop innovative UNF recycling solutions.
• Maintain and calibrate key analytical and radio analytical instruments including ICP-MS, XRD, HPLC, HPGe, and LSC.
• Draft proposals for funding opportunities and contribute to innovative research.
• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and maintain compliance with safety regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Engineering, or related field;
  Master’s or Ph.D. in inorganic, analytical, or radiochemistry preferred.
• Strong background in metal ion chemistry, separation science, and analytical techniques.
• Experience with radioactive materials is a plus but not required; training will be provided.
• Prior work with UNF or metal ion separation (solvent extraction, crystallization, chromatographic separation) strongly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing technical proposals.

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned upon meeting Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting, and criminal background check.

SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.