Nuclear Chemist
Key Role:

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technologies while serving as a strategic technical consultant to our energy clients. As a Nuclear Chemist on our team, you will develop new nuclear fuel cycle technologies by guiding the design, evaluation, and management of government and private sector-sponsored Research and Development (R&D) programs. Your insights will also help inform our clients about emerging nuclear technology needs. You will engage and collaborate with a diverse group of technology experts to leverage rapidly maturing technology from other sectors to create new materials and processing methods to improve the management of nuclear fuel. Join our team and help guide the energy sector towards sustainable solutions.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with authoring technical papers, reports, or program plans for technical and non-technical audiences on research pertaining to nuclear science or engineering
• Ability to travel up to 15%
• Doctorate degree in Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Science, or Radiochemistry
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements

Additional Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in postdoctoral, academic, or industry roles related to fuel cycle-related technology areas, spent nuclear fuel reprocessing, nuclear fuel fabrication, waste form development, waste disposition, nuclear fuel cycle analyses, or radiochemistry
• Experience in a consulting or advisory role
• Ability to demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness when dealing with uncertainty and ask insightful questions that challenge traditional thinking
• Possession of excellent organizational, client service, and analytical skill

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $67,700.00 to $154,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We're an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.