Sr. Chemist - RadNuc
Company: Oak Ridge Associated Universities
Location: Charlottesville
Posted on: June 1, 2021
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Job Description:
JOB POSTING APPOINTMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular PURPOSE: Seeking a Senior Chemist that specializes in
Radiological and Nuclear Forensic Chemistry, to be based out of
Charlottesville, VA. This position will primarily be based in
Charlottesville, but may be required to travel outside the
Continental United States (OCONUS) as needed. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Duties may be executed in a CONUS or OCONUS laboratory and
include performing analyses of samples that have been collected Define new methods to support expansion of laboratory
capabilities and improve/solve existing method deficiencies. Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Review, evaluate, and analyze data from samples and provide
database entry support Perform equipment/instrument maintenance Operate, maintain and perform radiochemical sample analysis
using applicable laboratory instrumentation and techniques required
to identify attribution signatures (i.e., indicating country of
origin such as geological/industrial, isotopic composition/ratios);
characterization signatures (i.e., those indicating process such as
chemical form, physical form); and indicative signatures (i.e.,
those that by themselves do not indicate origin, process, or use
such as elemental composition, trace constituents) Experience and use of techniques for radiation detection,
counting and spectroscopy, imaging and microscopy, mass
spectrometry, contamination control, and data analysis Experience and use of microscopy techniques to identify trace
particles and fibers. Both optical and electronic microscope
techniques Alpha Spectroscopy Gamma Spectroscopy Liquid Scintillation Counting Scanning Electron Microscope - Electron Dispersive Spectroscopy
(SEM-EDS) Polarized Light Microscope (PLM) Autoradiography X-ray Florescence Spectroscopy (XRF) X-ray Diffraction Spectroscopy (XRD) Compare sample results to a library of known results for the
specific instrumentation and chemical being tested Use photographic equipment to capture still images of each
evidence item and relevant key portions of the evidence item, or
other exhibits, to support further analysis, conclusions, and
documentation Document examination results/findings in the required Laboratory
Information System(s) and databases Annotate the file documentation, detailing the processing
techniques and the examination results Perform administrative and/or technical reviews of files,
reports, data, etc. Ensure a proper chain of custody for all evidence and samples is
maintained Maintain a clean laboratory and personal workspace environment,
in accordance with laboratory procedures Train junior personnel on equipment, instruments, methods, and
procedures Supervise junior staff and assign daily tasks and
responsibilities Lead development and execution of test plans, validations, and
method development JOB QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's degree (e.g., radiochemistry, physics, nuclear
engineering or related field) coupled with 10 years directly
relatable experience OR A Master's degree with 5 years of directly
relatable experience OR a PhD 5 years of experience working in the Intelligence Community (IC)
environment Proficiency working with radiation detection, counting
& spectroscopy, imaging & microscopy, mass spectroscopy & gas
chromatography, and data analysis. must be able to successfully pass all medical requirements for
deployment, as needed Must be able to successfully pass a skills assessment Experience working in a forensic laboratory Eligible for DoD Secret security clearance U.S. citizenship Eligible for both US Tourist Passport and US Official
Passport Desired Qualifications: An active DoD security clearance - Top Secret w/ SCI eligibility
or TS/SCI
Keywords: Oak Ridge Associated Universities, Charlottesville , Sr. Chemist - RadNuc, Other , Charlottesville, Virginia
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