Radiobioassay Lab Technician

Requisition Id 14306 

Overview:

The Nuclear and Radiological Protection Division (NRPD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Radiobioassay Laboratory Technician within the Nuclear Measurements and Analytical Services Group. ORNL is a world leader in advanced science and technology research involving several nonreactor nuclear facilities, accelerators, and the High Flux Isotope Reactor which involve a complex range of internal and external radiological hazards that are managed to protect more than 3,000 researchers and operations staff involved in the Nuclear Research and Isotope Production Mission. The Radioanalytical Services Group is responsible for maintaining Department of Energy Laboratory Accreditation Program (DOELAP) accreditation for in vivo and in vitro analytical programs and providing specialty measurement capabilities as an essential part of the ORNL Radiological Protection Program. The primary focus of this position is to perform low-level radiochemical analyses including sample preparation, radiochemical separation, and source preparation of bioassay samples in support of the ORNL radiobioassay program.
 

Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Under general supervision, perform a variety of technical tasks in a safe and reliable manner, in full compliance with all procedural, work control, and regulatory requirements.  Primary duties may include any or all the following:

• Perform routine and incident scheduling and ordering of direct and indirect bioassay for workers.

• Tracking sample status and apprising management of results.

• Record keeping including logbooks and digital record entry.

• Perform backup count room and whole-body counter tasks including background and personnel counting once trained.

• Perform low-level radiochemical analyses of bioassay samples (primarily urine and fecal samples), which includes sample preparation, radiochemical separation, and source preparation (electrodeposition, filtration, etc.).

• Participate in other laboratory activities such as data entry, data validation, segregation and disposal of waste, preparation of reagents, routine maintenance and cleaning activities, performing inventory of chemicals and supplies, and preparation of standards.

• Retrieve bioassay samples from sample drop-off stations, maintaining chain-of-custody, and log in relevant information into bioassay LIMS.

• Review data for completeness and accuracy.

• Work overtime when needed (such as during incidents).

• Fulfil and maintain all required training (site-wide and job-specific).

• Weekly in vivo and in vitro bioassay appointment scheduling. 

• Managing in vitro bioassay appointments (scheduling/canceling/modifying) as requested.

• Sending monthly in vitro bioassay notices to workers.

• Providing in vitro bioassay customer identification labels for SPP clients as requested. 

 
Basic Qualifications:

• An Associate degree in chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a radiochemistry or sample analysis laboratory.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.

• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

• Competency in Word, excel, and LIMS 

 
 Special Requirements:

• Physical requirements: Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.

• Visa sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.  
 
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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.