Nuclear Fuel Performance Modeling Postdoctoral… at Idaho… · Idaho…

Summary: Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Engineering Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in the Fuel Development, Performance, and Qualification department. The role involves investigating different nuclear fuel systems and developing simulation practices related to nuclear fuels. Responsibilities: - Perform finite element analysis on nuclear fuel performance criteria and compare experimental data with simulation results - Develop simulation methodologies for nuclear fuel performance analysis - Collaborate with experimental researchers to establish research plans beneficial to programmatic and INL missions - Support fuel design and qualification efforts - Review previous and current work to stay up to date on current research efforts - Document results in internal reports and peer reviewed journal publications - Present work to colleagues and stakeholders in both oral and written formats through technical presentations and at conferences - Participate in professional development activities Required Qualifications: - Ph.D. requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years - Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering or a closely related field - Knowledge of nuclear science and engineering modeling techniques - Previous experience modeling nuclear related phenomena - Proficiency with a coding language - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills in English - Demonstrated expertise (through peer-reviewed publications) in principles of nuclear and/or thermomechanical simulation - Demonstrated ability to work closely with multi-disciplinary groups to achieve research results Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with finite element modeling tools (i.e. ABAQUS, BISON) - Proficiency with one or more of the following coding languages: Fortran, C++, Python, MATLAB - Experience with verification/validation, sensitivity, or stochastic analysis of simulation tools - Successful record of writing and being awarded research grants Required Skills: Nuclear science, Nuclear engineering modeling techniques, Nuclear fuel performance modeling, Nuclear materials, Reactor physics, Reactor thermohydraulics, Numerical methods for nuclear fuel simulations, Finite element modeling, ABAQUS, BISON, Fortran, C++, Python, MATLAB, Verification, validation of simulation tools, Sensitivity analysis, Stochastic analysis Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions), Paid time off (personal leave), Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions), Comprehensive Relocation Package