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Job no:
494236 Work Type:
Staff full-time Location:
Abilene Categories:
Staff, NEXT Lab
About ACU ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
Title of Position Analytical Research Chemist
Posting Location Abilene, Texas
Department NEXT
Employee Class Exempt Full-time
Basic Responsibilities
Reactor Salt Chemistry Management
Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory Operation
Materials Compatibility and Corrosion Studies
Safety, Compliance, and Environmental Monitoring
Research, Development, and Technical Support
Documentation, Reporting, and Collaboration
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Monitor and adjust molten salt chemistry to ensure reactor safety and performance.
Develop and implement sampling and analysis methods for fluoride salt systems.
Support impurity control and redox balance strategies.
Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory Operations
Perform chemical analyses using spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrochemical techniques.
Maintain laboratory instruments and ensure calibration and quality control.
Support development of novel analytical methods tailored for molten salt environments.
Materials Compatibility and Corrosion Studies
Conduct experiments to evaluate material behavior in contact with molten salts.
Analyze corrosion products and develop mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with engineers to recommend suitable materials for reactor systems.
Safety, Compliance, and Environmental Monitoring
Ensure compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements and university safety protocols.
Support radiation licensing and hazardous chemical safety, including beryllium exposure control.
Participate in environmental monitoring and waste management related to chemical processes.
Research, Development, and Technical Support
Contribute to ongoing R&D projects supporting a molten salt research reactor’s scientific surveillance layer (SSL).
Provide chemical expertise to reactor operations, simulation teams, and cross-disciplinary projects.
Mentor students and junior staff in chemical techniques and laboratory practices.
Documentation, Reporting, and Collaboration
Maintain accurate laboratory records, sample logs, and analysis reports.
Support preparation of technical publications, safety analysis reports, grant proposals, and regulatory submissions.
Collaborate across disciplines (nuclear engineering, physics, materials science) to advance NEXT Lab’s mission.
Professional Development Requirements Skills
Strong foundation in inorganic and analytical chemistry.
Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation (ICP-MS, inert gas fusion, Raman, electrochemistry, etc.).
Knowledge of molten salt chemistry and corrosion science.
Understanding of nuclear safety, radiation chemistry, and hazardous materials management.
Strong problem-solving and data analysis abilities.
Training Modules Required
Radiation safety and licensing training.
Chemical hygiene and laboratory safety.
Hazardous materials handling, including anhydrous hydrogen fluoride and beryllium control protocols.
Emergency response and spill prevention training.
Advanced modules on molten salt chemistry and SSL integration.
Qualifications Professional
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (Ph.D. preferred). To be eligible for a dual faculty appointment, a master’s or doctoral degree will be required.
3–5 years of laboratory experience (academic, industrial, or national lab).
Experience with molten salts, corrosion science, or high-temperature chemistry strongly preferred.
Demonstrated record of technical reporting and collaborative research.
Familiarity with NRC, DOE, and OSHA compliance standards.
Personal
Detail-oriented and committed to safety.
Strong communicator with ability to explain complex chemistry to non-chemists.
Collaborative, adaptable, and able to work across disciplines.
Self-motivated with curiosity for applied nuclear research.
Passionate about advancing NEXT Lab’s mission in innovative nuclear energy.
Physical Demands
Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Able to stand 1 hour or more.
Additional Information ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
Advertised:
October 22, 2025 Central Daylight Time Applications close:
Open until filled
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Job no:
494236 Work Type:
Staff full-time Location:
Abilene Categories:
Staff, NEXT Lab
About ACU ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
Title of Position Analytical Research Chemist
Posting Location Abilene, Texas
Department NEXT
Employee Class Exempt Full-time
Basic Responsibilities
Reactor Salt Chemistry Management
Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory Operation
Materials Compatibility and Corrosion Studies
Safety, Compliance, and Environmental Monitoring
Research, Development, and Technical Support
Documentation, Reporting, and Collaboration
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Monitor and adjust molten salt chemistry to ensure reactor safety and performance.
Develop and implement sampling and analysis methods for fluoride salt systems.
Support impurity control and redox balance strategies.
Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory Operations
Perform chemical analyses using spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrochemical techniques.
Maintain laboratory instruments and ensure calibration and quality control.
Support development of novel analytical methods tailored for molten salt environments.
Materials Compatibility and Corrosion Studies
Conduct experiments to evaluate material behavior in contact with molten salts.
Analyze corrosion products and develop mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with engineers to recommend suitable materials for reactor systems.
Safety, Compliance, and Environmental Monitoring
Ensure compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements and university safety protocols.
Support radiation licensing and hazardous chemical safety, including beryllium exposure control.
Participate in environmental monitoring and waste management related to chemical processes.
Research, Development, and Technical Support
Contribute to ongoing R&D projects supporting a molten salt research reactor’s scientific surveillance layer (SSL).
Provide chemical expertise to reactor operations, simulation teams, and cross-disciplinary projects.
Mentor students and junior staff in chemical techniques and laboratory practices.
Documentation, Reporting, and Collaboration
Maintain accurate laboratory records, sample logs, and analysis reports.
Support preparation of technical publications, safety analysis reports, grant proposals, and regulatory submissions.
Collaborate across disciplines (nuclear engineering, physics, materials science) to advance NEXT Lab’s mission.
Professional Development Requirements Skills
Strong foundation in inorganic and analytical chemistry.
Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation (ICP-MS, inert gas fusion, Raman, electrochemistry, etc.).
Knowledge of molten salt chemistry and corrosion science.
Understanding of nuclear safety, radiation chemistry, and hazardous materials management.
Strong problem-solving and data analysis abilities.
Training Modules Required
Radiation safety and licensing training.
Chemical hygiene and laboratory safety.
Hazardous materials handling, including anhydrous hydrogen fluoride and beryllium control protocols.
Emergency response and spill prevention training.
Advanced modules on molten salt chemistry and SSL integration.
Qualifications Professional
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (Ph.D. preferred). To be eligible for a dual faculty appointment, a master’s or doctoral degree will be required.
3–5 years of laboratory experience (academic, industrial, or national lab).
Experience with molten salts, corrosion science, or high-temperature chemistry strongly preferred.
Demonstrated record of technical reporting and collaborative research.
Familiarity with NRC, DOE, and OSHA compliance standards.
Personal
Detail-oriented and committed to safety.
Strong communicator with ability to explain complex chemistry to non-chemists.
Collaborative, adaptable, and able to work across disciplines.
Self-motivated with curiosity for applied nuclear research.
Passionate about advancing NEXT Lab’s mission in innovative nuclear energy.
Physical Demands
Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Able to stand 1 hour or more.
Additional Information ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
Advertised:
October 22, 2025 Central Daylight Time Applications close:
Open until filled
Update your details, view your application and progress.
#J-18808-Ljbffr