Nonproliferation Data Scientist

Requisition Id15043

Overview:

Join Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory with a rich 80-year history of solving the nation's most pressing problems. As a leader in scientific discovery and innovation, ORNL's mission is to accelerate scientific breakthroughs and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation. Our organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, recognizing that diversity in ideas and people is critical to achieving our goals.

We are seeking a Nonproliferation Data Scientist to join the Data Science and Engineering for Nonproliferation group, where the selected candidate will focus on developing novel, physics-informed data-driven methodologies and apply groung-breaking machine learning (ML) techniques to support nuclear nonproliferation mission applications. The candidate will be part of a dynamic team within the National Security Sciences Directorate, working alongside experts in data science, statistics, nuclear engineering, and scientific computing to deliver high-impact research and solutions that address some of our nation's most challenging security threats.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with project managers, subject matter experts, and other researchers (mentors) to develop and apply new data driven approaches for nuclear material detection, nuclear material characterization, and fuel cycle evaluation.
• Deliver R&D on an ongoing basis as evidenced by, for example, innovative S&T delivered to sponsors, successful proposals, S&T presentations, professional community engagement, inventions/patents/copyrights, publications as appropriate, etc.
• Assist in program development activities through sponsor engagements, preparation of proposals and white papers, participation in workshops, and others.
• Exercise scientific integrity in proposing, performing, and communicating research.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely, securely, and in compliance with ORNL policies, standards, and procedures.
• Exemplify a commitment to excellence in research, operations, and community engagement, and work cooperatively to leverage scientific capabilities across ORNL.
• Advance the reputation and standing of the group through professional society leadership and involvement, and organization of technical events.
• Perform work activities in nuclear and/or radiological facilities/environments.
• Ability to engage in domestic and international travel as required.

All team members deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• PhD in applied mathematics or computer science. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience contributing to data science and/or other R&D projects.
• Experience working in the nuclear nonproliferation domain.
• Experience presenting scientific results to sponsors and/or technical communities, as well as at professional society conferences and workshops.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, outstanding written and oral communication skills, and good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of practices and technologies associated with one or more nuclear nonproliferation mission areas to include facility monitoring, international safeguards, arms control, or similar.
• Knowledge of nuclear nonproliferation, counterproliferation, or intelligence as it pertains to nuclear fuel cycle.
• Demonstrated experience in Python, MATLAB, R, or similar.
• Demonstrated experience with applying techniques to introduce uncertainty quantification to machine learning algorithms. An understanding of when to apply what data-driven approach, from statistical techniques to generative AI models.
• Experience working with DOE National Laboratories (or similar R&D organizations).

Special Requirements:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Q clearance with SCI:This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. In addition, due the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing.

Benefits at ORNL:

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain dedicated people! The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits includethe following: 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, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.