SeniorPrincipal Analytical Radiochemist, Innovation R&D Chemistry MCFR

TITLE: Senior/Principal Analytical Radiochemist Innovation R&D Chemistry MCFR

LOCATION: Everett WA

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue Washington. At its core the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human 2006 TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPowers mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result the companys activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power hybrid energy and medical applications all for significant human health benefits.

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local addition as a federal contractor TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) to proactively recruit hire and promote women minorities disabled persons and veterans.

Senior/Principal Analytical Radiochemist Innovation R&D Chemistry MCFR

TerraPower is seeking a Senior or Principal Analytical Radiochemist to support the Molten Chloride Fast Reactor (MCFR) program. This position reports to the MCFR R&D Chemistry Discipline Manager. The role centers on analytical radiochemistry supporting the development and deployment of next-generation molten salt reactor technology beginning with the design of radiochemical experiments and development of analytical methodologies and evolving toward validation of salt stability process integrity and product qualification in support of reactor safety performance and safeguards. Youll collaborate with colleagues across Safeguards Testing & Materials Plant Design and Fuel Cycle teams in a high-performing multi-disciplinary environment to provide data critical to enabling design decisions and ensuring regulatory compliance. This role is hybrid with on-site presence required four days per week at our Everett WA this role you will lead the charge in analytical radiochemistry as both expert and innovator building the experimental backbone for TerraPowers groundbreaking molten salt reactor technology and help power a carbon-free future.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead development and implementation of robust analytical methods and procedures for MCFR sample characterization including gamma spectroscopy ICP-MS ICP-OES and other relevant techniques

Manage analytical scope related to measuring purity and mass balance of MCFR products and analyzing in-process samples for quality control

Lead development and implementation of robust chemical and analytical separation processes needed to produce high quality data from high salt containing samples

Direct installation calibration maintenance and troubleshooting of MCFR radioanalytical instruments and equipment

Recommend and develop alternative approaches for quantification and characterization of samples

Ensure laboratory procedures are developed maintained and continuously improved and maintain high standards of organization housekeeping and operational effectiveness in MCFR analytical and radiochemistry facilities

Ensure and promote strict adherence to site safety radiation protection and regulatory guidelines working closely with health physicists authorized users and the RSO.

Report progress on team and project performance to senior management through presentations updates and technical communications

Drive continuous improvement in analytical capabilities safety practices and team effectiveness

Direct the radiochemistry teams analytical contributions to complement MC&A R&D activities for the MCFR fuel cycle ensuring effective coordination with the safeguards and the testing teams

Emphasize safety in new and existing design and safe practices in all experimental activities and ensure organization housekeeping and effectiveness of TerraPower radiochemistry use areas is maintained at a high standard at all times

Key Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelors degree in chemistry physical sciences chemical or material engineering or a related technical field required; Masters or Ph.D. strongly preferred; (Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with a Bachelors for level 11; minimum of 15 years of relevant experience with a Bachelors for level 12). Experience may be partially substituted for advanced degree depending on position relevance.

Extensive hands-on experience in each of gamma spectroscopy ICP-MS and ICP-OES for measurement of purity of alpha-emitting radioisotopes

Proven track record in analytical method development using the above techniques

Demonstrated capability for developing procedures adherent to a NQA-1 quality program

Strong background in radiochemical separations (e.g. column separations liquid-liquid extractions) as well as techniques relevant to chemical manipulation and purification of actinide compounds and fission products is desirable is highly desirable

Knowledge of chemometrics and/or machine learning is desired

Knowledge of relevant instrumentation and technique fundamentals (design theory and interpretation) is a plus

Experience with gas chromatography and neutron-based approaches is a plus

Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills with demonstrated ability to convey complex technical information clearly to diverse stakeholders

The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork

Job Functions:

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicants ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

Motor Abilities: Sitting and standing for extended periods bending/stooping grasping/gripping fine motor control (hands).

Repetitive work: Prolonged.

Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work and ability to perform role in personal protective equipment.

Work Conditions: Stairs typing/keyboard standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day.

Work location: This is an on-site position and the applicant will be expected to spend significant time at the Everett labs in WA.

TerraPowers technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees refugees or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPowers export control reviews you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national asylee refugee or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Job details:

Salary Range Level 11: $138685 - $208027

Salary Range Level 12: $$252-475

*Typically our employee salaries are within .90 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidates qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Salary eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments

Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical

o Vision

o Dental

o Life

o Life and Disability

o Gender Affirmation Benefits

o Parental Leave

401k Plan

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

o 21 days of annually accrued PTO

Generous Holiday Schedule

o 10 paid holidays

Relocation Assistance

Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

Flexible Work Schedule

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