
Senior Radiochemist
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SHINE Technologies seeks a Senior Radiochemist to lead the design, execution, and analysis of experiments supporting medical isotope production and purification and used nuclear fuel recycling. The role advances radiochemical processes while ensuring regulatory and safety compliance. The position offers a base salary of $75,000–$120,000 per year, plus a comprehensive compensation package.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: SHINE Technologies is seeking a Senior Radiochemist who will lead the design, execution, and analysis of experiments supporting medical isotope production and purification and used nuclear fuel (UNF) recycling. This role plays a critical part in advancing radiochemical processes and ensuring regulatory and safety compliance. The base salary range for this position is $75,000 -$120,000 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Duties and Responsibilities: Specific duties and responsibilities of the Senior Radiochemist include, but are not limited to: Lead and execute experiments for isotope production and used nuclear fuel (UNF) recycling, applying techniques such as column chromatography, solvent extraction, and crystallization. Ensure safe handling of radiological materials in compliance with ALARA principles. Maintain and calibrate key analytical and radioanalytical instruments including ICP-MS, HPGe, LSC, a/ spectrometry, and XRD. Contribute to innovative research by drafting proposals for funding opportunities. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field; Master's or Ph.D. preferred. Demonstrated experience handling radioactive materials and operating radioanalytical instrumentation. Minimum 35 years of experience in a radiological laboratory environment. Prior work with UNF and expertise in separation science (e.g., solvent extraction, chromatographic separation) strongly preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing technical proposals. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/3914880/SHINE-Technologies-LLC/Senior-Radiochemist
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- Pay
- This posting$75–120K/yr
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- This posting asks for at least 35 years of experience — more than three in four Research Scientist postings that state a minimum ask for (median 4 years, across 1,215 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 1,222 of the 2,236 open Research Scientist jobs (55%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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