86 science jobs found in Oak Ridge, TN

Requisition Id 14889 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will focus on delivering groundbreaking computational chemical and materials science at the forefront of the field through the development and use of machine learning, deep learning, and high-performance computing (HPC). This position resides in the Chemical Separations Group in the Separations and Polymer Section, Chemical Sciences Division, Physical Sciences Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). In this role, you will perform computational studies using machine learning tools aimed at better understanding of ligand binding in solution and molten salts chemistry. Computational methods will primarily involve density functional theory calculations for molecular and periodic systems, molecular dynamics simulations using ab initio and machine-learning potentials, and the development or application of machine-learning tools for feature extraction, property prediction, and inverse...

Requisition Id 14931 Overview: We are seeking a Group Leader for the Measurement Services (MS) Group within the Fabrication, Instrumentation, and Inspection Division (FIID) of the Facilities and Operations Directorate (F&O) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The MS Group ensures that instrumentation, monitoring and controls-based equipment used throughout the Oak Ridge Reservation (ORR) is designed, installed, calibrated and maintained to produce traceable data in a safe, reliable, and economical manner. Supported by a team consisting of bargaining unit employees, frontline supervisors, engineers, administrative professionals and technicians, the Group Leader is responsible and accountable for ensuring that MS core capabilities are maintained, and services are provided that align with ORNL's diverse research and operations needs for Metrology and field calibrations. Functional areas include the equipment and associated systems necessary to support industrial controls,...

Requisition Id 14791 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 entry level Electrical Engineer who will support the Electrical Power Conversion Group in the Research Accelerator Division (RAD), Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As an Electrical Engineer you will support operation, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of High Voltage Converter Modulator Systems, Magnet Power Supplies, Accelerator Beam Kickers, and High Voltage Beam Chopper systems in the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) accelerator complex. This requires project and work planning; specification and procedure writing; system design, including validation testing; and equipment troubleshooting and repair. You will report to the Electrical Power Conversion Group...

Requisition Id 14853 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a forward-looking Communications Coordinator to support the Information Technology Services Directorate (ITSD) in driving its digital transformation. This position will play a pivotal role in shaping and amplifying narratives around the directorate's modernization efforts, particularly in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, research computing, and user experience innovation. The successful candidate will serve as a bridge between technical teams and the broader ORNL community. The position reports to the Communications and Community Engagement Directorate (CCED). Responsibilities: Craft clear, compelling narratives around emerging technologies (artificial intelligence, machine learning, high performance computing, cloud-native services, zero-trust architecture), tailored to internal stakeholders and external partners. Lead strategic campaigns supporting ITSD initiatives such as AI...

Requisition Id 14726 Overview: The Infrastructure Lead position in the Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) is responsible for coordinating space and facilities at the Chestnut Ridge/Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The duties include leadership and oversight on all major facility and equipment projects in support of the NScD research mission. The position will work as a part of an integrated team that has responsibility for facility management tasks associated with work control and facility operations along with environmental, health, safety and quality oversight activities. Additionally, this position will provide site and facility-related support to directorate staff to maintain compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, DOE Orders, and ORNL policies and procedures. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Coordinate the NScD Space strategy and implementation plan to address both short- and long- term needs for the directorate....

Requisition Id 14921 Annual Salary Range: $87,450.00 - $131,170.00 Work-Site Type: Remote ORNL offers a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. In addition, this position is considered remote-eligible for ORNL in pre-approved locations. Remote-eligibility is not a continued guarantee and could be subject to change based on evolving organizational needs. Note about pay range: Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay. Salary for this position will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualifications and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, plus also aligned with the internal peer group. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Link to benefits. https://jobs.ornl.gov/content/Benefits/?locale=en_US Overview: We are seeking a...

Requisition Id 14920 Overview: We are seeking a Neutron Scattering Chemical Spectroscopy Instrument Scientist for the vibrational spectrometer VISION. This vibrational spectrometer is a part of the chemical spectroscopy suite at the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS). This suite is composed of VISION and BASIS, a backscattering neutron spectrometer. VISION is a time-of-flight indirect geometry spectrometer optimized to characterize molecular vibrations in materials over a broad energy range (-2 to 600 meV). The spectrometer supports a diverse science community, carrying out world-class research in chemistry, catalysis, and materials science. More details about the spectrometer and its scientific impact can be found at https://neutrons.ornl.gov/vision. The Chemical Spectroscopy Instrument Scientist supporting the VISION spectrometer will focus on developing a scientific program focused on neutron spectroscopy, helping to develop and expand the user community on VISION, and...

Requisition Id 14923 Overview: We are seeking a senior researcher with a nuclear engineering background to focus on applications related to storage, transportation, management of spent nuclear fuel, nuclear fuel cycle, and high-level radioactive materials. This position resides in the Nuclear Materials Packaging, Transportation, and Systems Analysis (NMPTSA) group in the Integrated Fuel Cycle Section, Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division, and Fusion and Fission and Science Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Purpose: Provide research and development leadership to the group that strategically advances the science and technology with ORNL's aspirations to be the world's premier R&D institution and ORNL's science culture. The senior R&D researcher brings together a group of peers with the primary goal of pursuing global scientific leadership in their field, nurtures ORNL's culture among project participants, and continues to build and scale...

Requisition Id 14874 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. The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) Advanced Fuel Fabrication (AFF) Group is seeking a hands-on individual to join their research team to support the fabrication and characterization of coated particle fuel forms, and other ceramic and metallic coatings produced by gas deposition systems, such as chemical vapor deposition (CVD). The AFF Group is a global leader in the fabrication of next generation nuclear fuels, high temperature ceramics, and radioisotope sorbents. This position would support the fabrication of ceramic and metallic coatings in support of DOE-funded programs and in close collaboration with industry. Functions will include laboratory operation support such as instrument and equipment design, installation,...

Requisition Id 14918 Overview: We're hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst to perform defensive cyber operational tasks with artificial intelligence enhancements, respond to reported incidents, develop Operational Technology (OT) capabilities, and serve as a liaison with the group's research collaborators! The ideal candidate brings broad cybersecurity expertise, adaptability to changing threats, and enthusiasm for solving complex problems. This position resides in the Defensive Cyber Operation (DCO) group in the Cybersecurity division, in the Information Technology Services Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities: Respond to advanced cyber threats (phishing, network threats, ransomware, APT activity) in a Tier 2 capacity. Mentor junior staff, developing their technical and incident resolution skills. Participate in incident response activities involving multiple teams and functions. Serve as primary liaison for providing...

Requisition Id 14875 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 are seeking a Human Dynamics Section Head who will drive global research leadership through National Laboratory-scale programs that deliver human and energy security. The Section Head will serve as the chief scientist for human dynamics R&D within the Geospatial Science and Human Security Division. This role will establish and execute a science vision...

Requisition Id 14915 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. The Field Intelligence Operations Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking an experienced Alternate Special Security Officer (ASSO) with specialized expertise in Technical and Physical Security , and broad knowledge of Access Control Systems (ACS) and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and many Intelligence Community, DoE, and DoD...

Requisition Id 14916 Overview: We are seeking a Nuclear Quality Representative who will focus on implementing Quality program requirements in support of Research and Development (R&D) and Pilot Production activities progressing toward Demonstration and Production within the Enrichment Science and Engineering Division (ESED). This position resides in the Isotope Enrichment & Facilities Group within QAD, Environment, Safety, Health, and Quality (ESH&Q) Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and is matrixed to the Systems & Process Assurance (SPA) Section within ESED. As a Field Deployed Quality Representative, you will work with internal and external customers and other quality professionals to provide independent quality assurance support for the development of quality philosophy, techniques, procedures, process improvements, strategic planning, and other quality-related initiatives. The position encompasses a wide range of quality oversight,...

Requisition Id 14910 Overview: We are seeking a Waste Services Representative (WSR) who will provide technically defensible waste characterization documentation to support the safe and compliant disposition of waste generated from the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS). This position resides in the Customer Interface Section, Transportation and Waste Management Division (TWMD), Environmental, Safety, Heath, & Quality (ESH&Q) Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities: Assist generators in the development of technically sound waste characterization documentation (radiological, chemical, physical, and biological properties) in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and ORNL waste management procedures. Assist generators in the identification of acceptable waste packaging, in accordance with applicable standards (e.g., Department of Transportation requirements) and waste acceptance criteria of the anticipated waste...

Requisition Id 14914 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory is accepting applications for a variety of early career Electrical Engineering positions. This is an evergreen position. We are continually reviewing applications to fill potential openings as they arise. Apply today to be part of our dynamic environment! Major Duties and Responsibilities: Job duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Assist with the evaluation and improvement of electrical systems to enhance performance, reliability, and address obsolescence issues. Specify, develop, and procure subsystems and components. Perform, develop and alter experimental setups to evaluate and verify design concepts related to fuel cycle storage and transportation safety and security. Performing analysis of instrumentation and capability gaps relevant to research, design, and testing for spent nuclear fuel transportation and storage Provide technical support, including troubleshooting,...

Requisition Id 14917 Overview: The Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks to hire a Welding Technologist for the Fabrication, Instrumentation, Inspection and Dimension Division in the Facilities & Operations Directorate. We are the largest U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) 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 spectrum of scientific and engineering disciplines, enabling the Laboratory to explore fundamental science challenges and to carry out the research needed to accelerate the delivery of solutions to the marketplace. Major Duties/Responsibilities: NDE & welding examinations, testing and inspection of steam valves, pressure vessels, sheet metal and ductwork, piping components, structural assemblies and other fabrication assemblies as required for repair work and new construction. Ability to perform work in both a...

Requisition Id 14592 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 are seeking a full-time Senior Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Research Scientist who will support the Cyber Resilience and Intelligence Division (CRID) in the National Security Sciences Directorate at ORNL. CRID provides new methods, tools, and strategies to detect and mitigate adversarial attacks on critical infrastructure and protections and...

Requisition Id 14593 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 are seeking a full-time Distinguished Scientist, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, who will support the Cyber Resilience and Intelligence Division (CRID) in the National Security Sciences Directorate (NSSD) at ORNL. CRID provides new methods, tools, and strategies to detect and mitigate adversarial attacks on critical infrastructure and...

Requisition Id 14907 Overview: The Data and AI Systems Research Section/Workflow systems Group within the Computer Science and Mathematics Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in distributed intelligence, reasoning models, LLMs, workflow management, and distributed systems to contribute to the development of advanced decentralized intelligence techniques for scientific workflows deployed across heterogeneous computing resources. As a postdoctoral fellow at ORNL, you will join a dynamic team of researchers specializing in workflow management machine learning, distributed computing, and resource optimization leveraging the unique computational resources available at ORNL, including the Frontier supercomputer-the world's first exascale system. In this role, you will collaborate with leading scientists to design and implement distributed intelligence solutions tailored for large-scale scientific workflows in DOE...

Requisition Id 14903 Overview: The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a HEPA/Ventilation Inspector who will focus on HEPA filter aerosol leak testing for nuclear and non-nuclear applications, in-place Carbon Adsorber-halide leak testing, air flow inspections of industrial and laboratory local exhaust ventilation (LEV), and negative air machines. This position resides within the Systems & Process Inpections Group in the Fabrication, Instrumentation, & Inspection Division within the Facilities and Operations Directorate. The successful candidate for this position will team with engineers, craft workers and other support personnel in task preparation and planning to ensure that work is conducted in a safe, secure, compliant and efficient manner. Inspectors work closely with building occupants, facility management personnel and system owners to ensure that the inspection needs of research and support organizations are met promptly and cost effectively. Major...