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Postdoc Research Associate

Postdoc Research Associate

Savannah River National LaboratoryAiken, SC, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

The Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) Environmental & Legacy Management Directorate is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to research advanced non-destructive examination & testing (NDE / NDT) methods for unique materials and components, including spent nuclear fuel (SNF) canisters, AM (additively manufactured) components and similar critical components. The position is specifically in Materials, NDE & Systems Evaluation group.

Position is for expanding NDE R&D capabilities and experience in methods such as advanced ultrasonics for detection of stress-corrosion cracking via phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT), total focusing method / full matrix capture (TFM / FMC), guided wave (GWUT), EMAT (electromagnetic acoustic transducer), eddy current (ET), immersion UT and automated UT methods.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate positions are fixed term assignments within the company and benefits eligible.

Responsibilities

  • Experience with spent nuclear fuel (SNF) containers and similar critical components is desirable. Experience with using machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) tools for improving flaw detection accuracy and reliability is desired.
  • Experience in other NDE methods such as microwave, ground penetrating radar (GPR), ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV), ultrasonic pulse echo, radiography (RT) and thermography is also helpful.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

  • PhD in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Strong experimental and analytical skills
  • Experience in materials characterization and separation techniques
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Works safely with particular attention to quality. Complies with all policies and standards. Maintain appropriate level government security clearance.
  • Individuals must have completed all requirements for their PhD by the start of employment.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, for which U.S. Citizenship is legally required.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • NDE Focus

    • About Us

    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% (3 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 at www.srnl.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 at [email protected] with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.

    About the Team

    SRNL's Environmental & Legacy Management (ELM) Directorate closely collaborates with the Department of Energy (DOE) and site contractors to develop, mature, and apply science and technology needed to resolve environmental challenges and advance legacy management missions. As the lead laboratory for Environmental Management (DOE-EM) and Legacy Management (DOE-LM), SRNL applies our talent and expertise to develop and deploy innovative approaches and technologies to reduce risk, cost, and schedule of environmental cleanup and nuclear material processing. Additionally, ELM is using our competencies to develop new materials and processes for a range of clean energy applications.