Laboratory Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• AS degree in physical or engineering sciences. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Excellent communication skills are essential to ensure effective interaction with peers, technical and non-technical staff.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work as a team, and committed to safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability and hands-on experience with safe handling of highly radioactive samples, and experience with glove box and/or remote hot cell operations.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Participate and assist in isotope production activities in a team environment in a radiological facility; including hot cell and glovebox operations.
• Work directly with nuclear materials in hot cells, gloveboxes, and radiological fume hoods to support isotope production.
• Assist technical staff and other technicians with operations in chemical and radiochemical laboratories.
• Engage with scientists, engineers, and technicians to establish solutions to complex problems.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality program requirements.
• Assist with the coordination of radioactive and hazardous waste disposal.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Benefits

• medical and retirement plans
• flexible work hours
• on-site fitness
• banking
• cafeteria facilities
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Generous Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Discounts