Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) will be embarking on two new materials projects in fusion energy sciences. The support for these projects comes from the Department of Energy (DOE) Fusion Energy Sciences program and the Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy. Read full article.
Residual Impurities Affect the Stability of Hydrogen Atoms in Irradiated Gibbsite
Hydrogen atoms released and trapped in irradiated gibbsite are destabilized by synthetic-precursor residuals. Providing experimental evidence for the behavioral differences of hydrogen atoms in gibbsite versus boehmite can help clarify the highly complex nature of radioactive waste. Read full highlight.
An Alternate Approach to Fabricating Strengthened Steel
Combining cold spray deposition and friction stir processing for a more efficient route to oxide dispersion strengthened steel. This research provides a proof-of-concept for fabricating steel through a more straightforward process that should lead to lower overall manufacturing costs and higher-quality materials. Read full highlight.
DOE Grant to Bolster Domestic Helium-3 Supply for Technological and Security Advances
DOE has awarded a grant to advance isotope technology, specifically aiming to boost the domestic supply of Helium-3, a rare yet crucial element for various applications including national security and scientific research. Interlune, a company focused on space resource utilization, is a recipient of this grant and will use it to enhance the availability of Helium-3, thereby supporting both technological innovation and security initiatives. For more information, read full Interlune article.
PNNL Events
PNNL researchers will be featured at these upcoming conferences.
2024 AIChE Annual Meeting
Scientists from PNNL join peers from around the world at the 2024 American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting from October 27–31. There, PNNL chemical engineering researchers will be presenting valuable information. To see the full list of presenters, visit the PNNL event page.
ANS Winter Conference
The 2024 American Nuclear Society (ANS) Winter conference will be November 17–21. Learn about the technical challenges ahead and the paths to success. As a sponsor to the event, PNNL staff will be participating in different talks and active at their career expo booth. Meet the PNNL team in Booth #300. View the ANS event page.
Nuclear Career Opportunities Across PNNL Research and Operations Missions
Nuclear Safety Program Manager 4: Responsible for managing the technical aspects of the Nuclear Safety Program; including preparing, maintaining, and interpreting requirements, procedures, and instructions for the uniform implementation. Apply by October 23. Req ID: 9733
Materials Scientist 2 - Glass Waste Forms: Synthesizes and studies the structures and physical/chemical properties of various natural, synthetic, and composite materials including metals, alloys, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers, rubber, glass, and combinations of these materials. Apply by October 24. Req ID: 9813
Chemical Engineer 1, Early Career: Supports research and development (R&D) activities and engineering evaluations related to the nuclear fuel cycle and nuclear waste management. Applies basic science and engineering theories to well defined tasks with minimal oversight. Apply by October 24. Req ID: 9792
Chemical Engineer: Supports R&D activities and engineering evaluations related to the nuclear fuel cycle and nuclear waste management. Performs trials, tests, and/or experiments to support engineering, production, and/or R&D activities.
Nuclear Operations Technician 1: Responsible for remote and hands-on work with radioactive materials and systems to conduct and/or support a wide range of research and development and related activities within hot cells, glove boxes, fume hoods, and on laboratory bench tops in the Radiochemical Processing Laboratory, a Category II, Non-Reactor Nuclear Facility. Apply by October 24. Req ID: 9803
Post Doctorate RA – Optical Spectroscopy of Plasmas: Provide solutions to an assortment of problems using conventional methods where causal relationships are progressively difficult to establish. Independently completing assigned tasks, exercising limited judgement on work details and making preliminary selections and adaptations of technical alternatives. This may include use of standard analytical equipment and/or creating custom analytical equipment. Apply by October 24. Req ID: 9766
Nuclear Facility Specialist 5: Responsible for facilitating safe, effective, and efficient research operations within the 325 Radiochemical Processing Laboratory (325RPL) Building. Represents the Nuclear Operations Division within the Laboratory for nuclear training concerns and all aspects of RPL performance assurance including development of a performance management plan, tracking and trending of all assessment data, reporting and providing the interface on all external assessments. Apply by October 26. Req ID: 9838
Materials Scientist 3 – Glass Waste Form: Select and apply principles, theories and concepts and contribute to science and technology solutions in the conventional aspects within the discipline specialty, and function as a principal investigator (PI) or Co-PI on multiple or significant projects or tasks. Apply by October 27. Req ID: 9669
Mechanical Engineer 1 - Stress Corrosion Cracking Lab Engineer: Applies principles of engineering, physics, and materials science as well as an understanding of core areas including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science, structural analysis, and electricity along with tools like computer-aided design and product lifecycle management to design and analyze manufacturing plants, industrial equipment, and machinery; heating and cooling systems; transport systems; aircraft; watercraft; robotics; medical devices; weapons; and others. Apply by October 30. Req ID: 9794
Group Leader - Irradiation Sciences: A technical expert in at least one of the technical fields represented in the group. The GL will be responsible for retaining, recruiting, developing, mentoring and managing a diverse staff base that has a national and international reputation. Apply by November 3. Req ID: 9774
Technician 2: Operate of lapping machines, induction melters, abrasive and metallurgical saws, metallography preparation, vacuum systems, and optical profilometry equipment. Conduct R&D activities including standard technical procedures that range from routine to specialized, under technical supervision and operate in laboratory workspaces equipped with fume hoods, glove boxes and specialized instrumentation in order to conduct research. Apply by November 8. Req ID: 9536
Senior Energy Systems Analyst: Work in collaboration with senior engineers, scientists, and project managers, the successful candidate will conduct engineering and regulatory-based analyses across a diverse range of projects including but not limited to analysis of advanced fuels and engineered systems; risk, consequence, and emergency response analysis; and the application of codes and standards used to investigate and assess impacts associated with the release (or potential release) of hazardous and controlled materials. Apply by November 9. Req ID: 9686
Analytical Radiochemist 4: Conduct research for the Nuclear Chemistry and Engineering Group in PNNL’s Radiochemical Processing Laboratory. Work with radioactive materials and chemicals in laboratories that are in radiological controlled areas, including radiation areas, radioactive material areas, and contamination areas. Apply by November 10. Req ID: 9531
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