NSIP PhD Intern - Nuclear, Chemistry & Biological Technology

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory • Des Moines, IA

406d • $47,694 - $72,800

About The Position

The NSIP PhD Intern position at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) focuses on engaging students in research and development critical to national security, particularly in the fields of nuclear, chemistry, and biological technologies. Interns will work on challenging problems related to the prevention and countering of terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, contributing to the laboratory's mission of safeguarding national security through innovative research and technology.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program at an accredited college.
• Minimum GPA of 3.3.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or coursework in acoustics, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, bioinformatics, chemistry, chemical engineering, computational chemistry, computer science, criminal justice, electrical engineering, forensic analysis, geospatial analysis, intelligence & security studies, nuclear engineering, nuclear nonproliferation, nuclear physics, radiochemistry, software engineering, and terrorism.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research and development projects related to national security, energy, and science.
• Engage in one of seven focus areas including Applied Radiation Detection, Analytical Chemistry & Instrumentation, Chemical and Biological Signatures, Nuclear Material Processing, Nuclear Engineering, Radiochemistry, and Nuclear Signatures.
• Collaborate with researchers to apply cutting-edge techniques in chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives measurement and materials characterization.
• Contribute to the development of novel sensors and data analytics techniques for threat detection.
• Support the integration of experimental and analytical methods to address complex national security challenges.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Company funded pension plan
• 401k savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree