Radiochemistry Counting Room Chemist

Responsibilities:

Position is for an Analytical Chemist at the 222-S Laboratory, a DOE laboratory specializing in the analysis of highly radioactive samples.  Work location is in the 200W Area of the Hanford Site.  Candidate will interface with union represented personnel, chemists, engineers and public. Candidate must be able to qualify as radiological worker.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review analytical data and prepare project reports
• Coordinate analyses of customer samples, including monitoring of quality requirements
• Prepare, test, and maintain analytical equipment and procedures
• Ensure the compliance of the work area and assigned methods to policy and procedural requirements
• Oversee analytical activities of chemical technologists

• Required Qualifications:

   

  • Minimum of a BS in Chemistry, Physics or related science, 0-5 years related experience is required.

  Desired or Preferred Qualifications:

   

  • Knowledge of radionuclide counting instrumentation, computer hardware, and electronics, is preferred
  • Candidate should have a strong math background with a working knowledge of statistical analysis techniques
  • Candidate will be knowledgeable about Microsoft Office programs (particularly Word, Excel, Access, and Visual Basic). 
  • At least two years chemistry-related experience is preferred and 1 year experience working with hazardous or radioactive materials is desirable. 
  • Familarity with common wet chemistry, analytical methods, such as acid digestions, ion exchange methods, metal separations, etc., is a plus.
  • Previous analytical laboratory experience is desired.

   

  We offer a comprehensive benefits package; salary depends on experience.  ATL is an EEO/AA Employer.  To find out more about our company, please visit us at www.atlintl.com.