What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Chemical Engineer position at UChicago Argonne, LLC?
The selected candidate will be part of an R&D team conducting research supporting the development of advanced molten salt technologies applicable to molten salt reactors (MSRs), nuclear fuel reprocessing, electrometallurgy, and concentrated solar power (CSP) systems. With mentoring, the candidate will assist with the design, execution, and analysis of experiments. The employee will contribute to discovery and technological advances. The research will involve the development of process equipment and process monitoring tools for high-temperature molten salt systems. Practical experimental skills from a chemistry lab, expertise with instrumentation, and experience working with high-temperature or hazardous materials are desirable.
The activities associated with this position include:
Design, assembly, and operation of lab-scale and engineering-scale process equipment.
Development of flow sheets and process diagrams for chemical and electrochemical systems.
Development of process monitoring and control technologies applicable to molten salt systems.
Calibration and maintenance of instruments, equipment, and facilities.
Position Requirements
This level of knowledge is typically achieved through a formal education in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field at the bachelor’s or master’s degree level with zero to three years of experience or equivalent in the scientific application of this knowledge and practical laboratory experience.Laboratory experience is required
Skills with process design and engineering operations
Experience with electrochemistry is desired but not mandatory
Skills with the design, set-up, and execution of experiments
Skill in oral and written presentation of ideas, discussion of technical results and in the development of technical reports and presentation is required.
Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
To perform the essential functions of this position successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract.
Job Family
Research Development (RD)Job Profile
Chemical Engineering 1Worker Type
RegularTime Type
Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $74,799.00 - $118,785.42.Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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Salary : $74,799 - $118,785
