Postdoctoral Research Associate - Computational Radiation Protection Scientist

Requisition 15814

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. The Environmental Sciences Division of ORNL seeks a creative postdoctoral research associate in ORNL's Center for Radiation Protection Knowledge (CRPK). The candidate will work with experts in computational radiation dosimetry and risk assessment and should be an independent thinker who can participate creatively in defining and refining research directions.

• The successful candidate will interact with a team of scientists and engineers at ORNL in projects involving internal and external dosimetry and radiation risk analysis.
• The CRPK provides technical assistance to U.S. federal agencies developing federal guidance for radiation protection and develops biokinetic and dosimetric models recommended by the ICRP and used by U.S. federal agencies.
• The candidate will assist ORNL scientists in these efforts, gain expertise in biokinetic and dosimetric modeling, and help prepare open literature publications in these areas.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace.

• A Ph.D. in nuclear or health sciences (e.g., health physics, radiological health, medical physics, nuclear engineering, applied mathematics, or closely related discipline)
• Foundation in radiation transport, behavior of radionuclides in biological systems, and/or internal or external radiation dosimetry
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines and adapt to changing needs

• Experience in radiological risk assessment
• Experience in biokinetic model development
• Experience with Monte Carlo radiation transport software and applications
• Experience with numerical computing using programming languages such as C++, Python, etc.
• Author or co-author of open literature publications

• Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be up to 24 months. Extensions are subject to performance and availability of funding.
• Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.

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