Radiation Detector Expert

Overview:

At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget. Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus. The National Security Directorate (NSD) drives science-based, mission-focused solutions to take on complex, real-world threats to our nation and the world. The Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Technologies Division, within the National Security Directorate, works across fundamental science, research and development, and operations to counter emerging national security threats. We focus on discovering signatures and understanding threats by creating materials, methods, and technologies to detect and analyze them. Our researchers deliver the solutions necessary for addressing complex mission challenges, such as explosives detection, biological threat detection, chemical and nuclear forensics, and special nuclear materials.

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• . Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year. Research Associates excluded.
• All benefits are dependent upon eligibility.

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Ensuring the safety of U.S. residents and visitors remains one of the nation's foremost priorities. As adversaries acquire more advanced technologies and materials, threats have become increasingly sophisticated and multifaceted, encompassing cyber, nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons of mass effect, as well as other forms of terrorism. The PNNL national security mission employs our researchers, tools, and technologies to play a key role in advancing the ability to identify and secure nuclear materials, detect weapons of mass effect, manage nonproliferation treaties, secure our nation's borders, and protect critical infrastructures. With scientific advancements grounded in innovative theory, methods, algorithms, and tools, PNNL is enhancing the resilience and effectiveness of technologies and systems dedicated to national security. Supported by extensive expertise in radiological and nuclear materials, advanced computing, threat analysis, and a robust foundation in fundamental science, we continuously identify and address emerging threats that have considerable implications both domestically and internationally. PNNL's Nuclear Signatures Group develops technology for treaty verification, national security, safeguards, and arms control. Its work is diverse and includes research and systems development for detecting radionuclides from nuclear explosions, supporting international safeguards, and verifying nuclear warheads. The connecting focus across the group's activities is using nuclear signatures to support monitoring and verification efforts. The Nuclear Signatures Group is looking for a highly motivated, capable individual with experience related to the atmospheric transport modeling (ATM) of radionuclides to support our nuclear explosion monitoring mission. The primary job responsibility will be to ATM-related efforts supporting our nuclear explosion monitoring mission. In addition, the successful candidate will support other complex data analysis efforts. The candidate needs to have the ability to perform in-depth research independently and collaborate effectively in a team. The work will involve preparing manuscripts for publication and presenting work internally and externally. It is expected that over time through experience at PNNL, the successful candidate will steward new research opportunities. Conducts research and development activities using the theories and principles of physics. Specific research areas range from the structure and properties of matter; electromagnetic system design; nuclear, particle, electromagnetic phenomena. Physicists may design, model, prototype, construct, and operate radiation measurement and/or detection systems deployed internationally and domestically. Physicists routinely engage in complex, data-intensive analysis.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

BS/BA and 2 years of relevant experience

• OR•MS/MA•OR•

PhD Preferred Qualifications:

A PhD in Nuclear Physics, Particle Physics or Nuclear Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics. Strong understanding of radiation detection concepts, such as isotopes, decay, spectroscopy, coincidence detection from a radionuclide release, and backgrounds. Experience with HYSPLIT, WRF, Geographic Information Systems, HPC. Strong data analysis skills, including proficiency with at least one of the following languages: Fortran, C++, Python, and MATLAB. Strong analytical thinking, curiosity, attention to detail, and collaborative abilities. Experience with dispersion modeling. Experience using high-performance computing. Experience with developing and/or using sensor network analysis. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated critical thinking. Effective communication in small groups and public settings.

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment:

Handling and use of sealed radioactive sources for radiation detection measurements Occasional travel (domestic and international) Occasional task activities may be performed outdoors in laboratory and/or field conditions

Additional Information:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. A security clearance background investigation includes review of your employment, education, financial, and criminal history, as well as interviews with you and your personal references, neighbors, and co-workers to determine trustworthiness, reliability, and loyalty to the United States. The investigation also examines your foreign connections, drug and alcohol use, foreign influence, and overall conduct.

Requirements:

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Citizenship Background Investigation:

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.

Drug Testing:

All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the applicant selected for hire is subject to pre-employment drug testing, and post-employment random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).

Note:

Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy if non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months cannot be demonstrated. Testing Designated Position (TDP): This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.

About PNNL:

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab's campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to

Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity:

Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.

Drug Free Workplace:

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

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Credential Requirement:

As a national laboratory, PNNL is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require new employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

For foreign national candidates:

If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement thereafter, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. The tier of federal background investigation required to obtain the PIV credential will be determined by job duties at the time you become eligible for the PIV credential.