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Position Summary

The Research Associate will contribute towards the harvesting of isotopes, conduct mass-separation experiments at FRIB, collect and analyze data, review relevant literature, and disseminate the results in research papers and conferences.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with the establishment of a new mass-separation capability in order to gain access to high specific activity radioisotopes from FRIB
• Develop techniques to manufacture targets for nuclear data measurement, accelerator operation, and other scientific studies
• Support graduate students in their research projects
• Handle open radioactive sources (alpha, beta, gamma emitters), operate radioanalytical instruments (alpha/ gamma spectroscopy, liquid scintillation counting), general analytical instruments (UV-Vis spectrophotometer, ICP-OES, ICP-MS), surface characterization instrumentation (SEM-EDS, XPS, XRF), and relevant automated systems
• Disseminate results in research papers, at conferences, and workshops 
• Conduct scientific research related to isotope harvesting, developing and optimizing separation techniques, and analytical approaches to separate and purify specific radionuclides
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to carry out independent and original radiochemical research relevant to radionuclide separation, target preparation, and characterization
• Skilled and experienced using analytical instruments
• Skillful ability to handle open radioactive sources
• Ability to effectively collaborate and work in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly verbally and in writing with all audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Radiochemistry or Nuclear Chemistry or closely related field

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in Radiochemistry or Nuclear Chemistry or closely related field
• At least one year of experience in handling radioactive material

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in setting up and conducting beam experiments at accelerator facilities
• Demonstrated experience in supervising students and trainees

Required Application Materials

1. Cover letter highlighting interest in and experience related to the open position
2. CV including a complete list of publications and presentations
3. Contact information for at least three references

Special Instructions

1. Cover letter highlighting interest in and experience related to the open position
2. CV including a complete list of publications and presentations
3. Contact information for at least three references

Review of Applications Begins On

10/16/2024

Website

https://frib.msu.edu/

MSU Statement

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