45 jobs found in Cookeville, TN

Requisition Id 16149 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. Our diverse capabilities span a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines, enabling the laboratory to explore fundamental science challenges and conduct the research needed to accelerate the delivery of solutions to the marketplace. The Radiation Transport and HPC Methods (RTHPCM) Group within the Nuclear Applications Methods and Data Section, Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division at ORNL is seeking candidates to apply for the computational nuclear engineer role. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of methods and numerical algorithms for modeling and simulation of nuclear systems. Computational Nuclear Engineers within the RTHPCM group will work with group, section, and division...

Requisition Id 16147 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Group Leader for the Advanced Engineering Technologies (AET) Group within the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND) in the National Security Sciences Directorate (NSSD). The Nuclear Nonproliferation Division conducts world-class research, technology development, risk assessment, and systems analysis in support of nuclear nonproliferation and counterproliferation missions. NND's work contributes to the development and implementation of national policies and technologies that strengthen global nuclear security. The Advanced Engineering Technologies Group focuses on developing innovative approaches for the operation, characterization, and analysis of nuclear fuel cycle processes. The group applies engineering principles to better understand and characterize complex processes and materials associated with the nuclear fuel cycle. AET collaborates closely with scientists and engineers across NND and...

Requisition Id 16119 Overview: We are seeking a Senior Nonproliferation Data Scientist to join the Data Science and Engineering for Nonproliferation Group in the National Security Sciences Directorate. In this role, you will lead the development and application of physics-informed data science and machine learning approaches to support nuclear nonproliferation missions. The successful candidate will serve as a senior researcher and technical leader, managing complex research efforts, developing new research initiatives, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful science and technology solutions for national security sponsors. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Lead and execute complex R&D efforts applying data science, machine learning, and statistical methods to nuclear nonproliferation challenges including nuclear material detection, characterization, and nuclear fuel cycle analysis. Plan and manage research projects, providing technical...

Requisition Id 16113 Overview: The Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applicants with experienced leadership and a strong scientific background for the Division Director of the Neutron Scattering Division (NSD). The NSD Director leads and coordinates staff and resources for the neutron scattering activities at the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) and the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), which are both operated by NScD. These two neutron facilities currently include 31 instruments for neutron scattering research, each year carrying out more than 1,000 experiments in the physical, chemical, materials, biological and medical sciences for more than 3,000 visiting scientists. To learn more about Neutron Sciences at ORNL go to: http://neutrons.ornl.gov. This position provides strategic leadership and overall management for NSD, which currently has over 200 full time scientists, technical professionals, technicians, and...

Requisition Id 16121 Overview: We are seeking a highly qualified candidate for a postdoctoral position in the Neutron and X-ray Scattering Group (NXSG). This position will support science programs funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Basic Energy Sciences (BES) in the Materials Sciences and Technology Division (MSTD). The successful candidate will be expected to work effectively under general supervision with NXSG scientists at neutron national user facilities such as the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) and the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR). The scientific focus will be on using neutron scattering to probe the structure and dynamics of materials relevant to energy applications and/or structural materials. In particular, the work will aim to (1) understand how hybridized atomic vibrations control energy transport and functionality and (2) develop an understanding of scattering-elasticity relationships in quantum and magnetic materials. Research thrusts...

Requisition Id 16127 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will develop and apply electronic structure theory approaches to examine the fundamental properties of a range of advanced materials. Research efforts will include the application of density functional theory packages and in-house codes, and the development of supplemental numerical tools, to describe competing structural phases and the vibrational and electronic structure in materials with defects and disorder. This effort will further seek to implement strategies to leverage machine learning techniques to accelerate the design and discovery of novel materials. The Materials Theory Group has a background in using first principles methods to examine electronic and thermal transport, magnetic properties of advanced materials, thermoelectrics, functional oxides and weakly bonded materials. The incumbent will have opportunities to develop research methodologies as well as collaborate with...

Requisition Id 15880 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. We are seeking an outstanding Postdoctoral Research Associate with a strong background in condensed-matter physics and materials science and expertise in multiscale and multifidelity simulation techniques (ab initio methods at different fidelity, machine learning tight-binding, machine learning force fields, phase-field modeling, and/or kinetic monte carlo), as well as experience in developing and/or applying advanced AI/ML methods to accelerate materials discovery. The project will involve integrating such theory-informed AI-models for creating integrated autonomous experimental synthesis and characterization cross-facility agentic-AI platforms that allow real-time guidance and control of these multi-modal experiments for...

Requisition Id 16128 Overview: The Systems and Decision Sciences (SDS) Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated scientist to contribute to research in the areas of complex systems in support of the scientific mission of the Laboratory and of the Department of Energy. The role expects collaborations with scientists in interdisciplinary research projects within the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The SDS Group consists of researchers focused on delivering computational solutions for the study of complex engineered systems using scalable architecture-aware algorithms coupled with artificial intelligence, applied mathematics and statistical sciences with an emphasis on applications relevant to the DOE mission space. This position is within theMathematics in Computation (MiC) Section in the Computer Science and Mathematics (CSM) Division. The MiC Section creates the mathematics and algorithms that harness machines, ideas, and data, to enable far...

Requisition Id 16102 Overview: The 3047 Operations Group within the Isotope Processing and Manufacturing Division (IPMD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applicants for a Radiochemical Processing Technician to support radioisotope production operations. Description: The 3047 Operations group within the IPMD at ORNL have an immediate opening for a Radiochemical Processing Technician. We are seeking highly motivated, organized, and talented candidates to join our growing team to work on our expanding radioisotope production demands. Utilizing the unique capabilities at ORNL, including the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) and related radiochemical and nuclear processing facilities, the groups support a variety of projects supplying difficult-to-produce radioisotopes essential for medical, research, and industrial applications. Production of these radioisotopes supports the mission of the Department of Energy (DOE) and other government agencies, as well as the...

Requisition Id 15960 Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Remote Handling Engineer with expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining robotic systems for demanding applications. This position focuses on engineering sophisticated robotic manipulators for hot cell environments, where precise operations under hazardous conditions are critical. This position resides in the Facilities Management Section of the Non-Reactor Nuclear Facilities Division of the Isotope Science and Enrichment Directorate of Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Design, simulate, and implement robotic systems and manipulators tailored for operation within hot cell environments. Develop robust, kinematic and dynamic models ensuring precision, safety, and reliability in hazardous conditions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate control algorithms, sensor feedback, and human-machine interfaces. Conduct risk assessments and safety...

Requisition Id 16059 Overview: We are seeking an Electrical or Computer Engineer who will focus on software-defined radio (SDR) system development, integration, and deployment. This position resides in the RF & Intelligent Systems Group in the Electrification and Energy Infrastructures Division, Energy Science and Technology Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As part of our research team, you will design, prototype, and evaluate SDR solutions to process and analyze multi-channel RF signals in support of Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD), and Intelligence Community (IC) mission areas. In addition to developing sensor systems across complex RF environments, you will develop prototype communication systems-implementing end-to-end transmitter/receiver chains, novel waveforms, and protocol stacks-to enable over-the-air experiments, testbeds, and field demonstrations. Our specific focus is on SDR-based capabilities for cyber-physical...

Requisition Id 16101 Overview: The 3047 Operations Group within the Isotope Processing and Manufacturing Division (IPMD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applicants for a Radiochemical Processing Technician to support radioisotope production operations. Description: The 3047 Operations group within the IPMD at ORNL have an immediate opening for a Radiochemical Processing Technician. We are seeking highly motivated, organized, and talented candidates to join our growing team to work on our expanding radioisotope production demands. Utilizing the unique capabilities at ORNL, including the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) and related radiochemical and nuclear processing facilities, the groups support a variety of projects supplying difficult-to-produce radioisotopes essential for medical, research, and industrial applications. Production of these radioisotopes supports the mission of the Department of Energy (DOE) and other government agencies, as well as the...

Requisition Id 16108 Overview Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest Office of Science national laboratory within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) system. With more than 7,000 staff members, world-leading user facilities, and an extraordinary breadth of expertise spanning neutron science, computational science, materials science, nuclear energy, isotopes, biological and environmental sciences, national security, and energy technologies, ORNL delivers the scientific discoveries and technical breakthroughs essential to fulfilling the DOE's mission through operational excellence. The ORNL Fusion and Fission Energy and Science Directorate (FFESD) is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to report directly to the FFESD Associate Laboratory Director (ALD). As the senior operations leader within the directorate, the COO will provide strategic vision and operational leadership to ensure research initiatives, facility operations, and programmatic objectives are...

Requisition Id 15915 Overview Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), the Department of Energy's largest science and energy laboratory, is a global leader in cutting-edge research and innovation. We are seeking a Commercialization Manager -a dynamic, entrepreneurial professional passionate about transforming scientific breakthroughs into real-world impact. In this role, you will drive technology licensing and commercialization strategies, manage a diverse intellectual property (IP) portfolio, and build partnerships that accelerate innovation from the lab to the marketplace. If you thrive at the intersection of science and business, enjoy building relationships, and want to make a tangible difference in energy, security, and sustainability, this is your opportunity. Major Duties/Responsibilities Lead Technology Commercialization: Oversee the full lifecycle of ORNL technologies-from IP protection and marketing to licensing and commercialization. Evaluate Innovation:...

Requisition Id 16106 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will support the Signals Collections and Analysis Group in the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND), National Security Sciences Directorate (NSSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). NSSD leads transformative research to address critical threats to national security. Leveraging a diverse array of capabilities in nuclear nonproliferation, data analytics, cybersecurity, cyber-physical resiliency, geospatial science, and high-performance computing, our organization seeks to produce world-class S&T products for sensitive national security missions. The selected candidate will support research efforts in signal processing and analysis, with an emphasis on the...

Requisition Id 15574 Overview: As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation. We invite applications for a Principal Engineer for Geospatial Computing Infrastructure. This dynamic and visionary leader will launch and build a next-generation Geospatial Data & Computing Center to support ORNL's geospatial high-performance computing (HPC) research portfolio within the Geospatial Science and Human Security Division. ORNL is the nation's...

Requisition Id 16104 Overview: The Quantum Heterostructures Group is seeking outstanding candidates for a postdoctoral position in quantum information science. You will conduct experimental research at the intersection of quantum information science and fundamental materials science focused on understanding the coherent dynamics of optically accessible spins in bulk and van der Waals materials in the presence of controlled spin baths. The candidate will measure and manipulate single- and ensemble-spin defects at temperatures of 50 mK-350 K and at fields of up to 15 T with a particular emphasis on controlling coherent spin-spin interactions. In addition, the ideal candidate will develop new quantum sensing protocols leveraging coherent spin dynamics in high-field and low temperature environments. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team with expertise in quantum sensing, quantum optics, materials synthesis and processing, and condensed matter theory. This...

Requisition Id 16097 Overview: We are seeking a Superconducting Magnet and Cryogenic Engineer to support superconducting magnet testing and development as it pertains to fusion and other high field enabled environments and applications. The successful candidate will be working with on the completion and installation of the superconducting magnets for MPEX and development of the design and implementation test capabilities supporting high temperature superconducting magnet development in extreme environments for high field applications of interested to ORNL across different directorates. This position resides in the Fusion Technology Group of the Fusion Nuclear Science and Technology Section of the Fusion Energy Directorate (FED) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Support developing and performing complex research and engineering projects related to superconducting magnets, associated cryogenic materials and systems, and fusion hardware....

Requisition Id 16100 Overview: The Stable Isotope Enrichment Group is seeking a Staff Technician who will focus on operations and development associated with the enrichment of stable isotopes. This position is part of the Enrichment Science and Engineering Division and serves the nation by advancing enrichment technologies and providing enriched stable isotopes products. We lead the science and production process development for delivering stable isotopes for medical, industrial, and DOE mission critical applications. As part of our team, you will work closely with a focused group of scientists, engineers, and technicians on challenging, fast-paced technical projects and operations in support of the DOE Isotope Program, and specifically associated with the rapidly growing field of stable isotope enrichment. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Operation of complex systems used for the enrichment of stable isotopes Participation in research and development activities...

Requisition Id 16093 Overview: Oak Ridge National Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance quantitative, high-throughput neutron imaging for next-generation energy-storage materials. In this role, you will develop and apply methods that integrate physics-guided image correction with intelligent (AI/ML-enabled) data-acquisition strategies. Key objectives include (1) implementing and validating scattering-correction and calibration workflows that yield quantitative attenuation coefficients, and (2) designing adaptive tomography approaches that reduce acquisition time while maintaining or improving image quality. These advances will directly support operando studies of solid-state batteries and porous electrodes and accelerate the development of predictive transport and performance models. This position resides in the Materials Engineering Group in the Large-Scale Structures Section, Neutron Scattering Division, Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge...