Radiochemist II

Back to jobsRadiochemist IIIdaho Falls, IDApplyThanks for your interest in Oklo!  We are searching for a Radiochemist II to join our team.  This position will be on-site in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Position Description Oklo Isotopes is building scalable U.S. radioisotope production capabilities in facilities dedicated to producing essential isotopes for healthcare, space, industry, research, and defense applications. In February 2026, Oklo’s Idaho Radioisotopes Laboratory (IRL) located in Idaho Falls received its Material Possession License from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to take a leading role in the manufacturing and distribution of beneficial radioisotopes in the US. We are seeking a Radiochemist II to support radiochemistry operations, isotope production, and radiological program execution within a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. This role is designed for an experienced radiochemist with demonstrated expertise in radiochemical processes, radiological controls, laboratory operations, and radiation safety practices. The individual will support safe radiological operations and contribute to operational readiness activities in a highly regulated environment. The Radiochemist II will work closely with operations, engineering, radiation protection, and regulatory teams to ensure safe and compliant radiological activities while supporting production, analytical, and laboratory initiatives. This position requires strong technical depth, operational discipline, and the ability to contribute to both day-to-day laboratory execution and long-term program development. Specific responsibilities may include: Perform radiochemical processing, isotope handling, and analytical laboratory activities in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory requirements. Support development, optimization, and execution of radiochemical methods and processes. Conduct radiological characterization, sample preparation, and analysis using appropriate instrumentation and laboratory techniques. Support implementation and continuous improvement of radiological controls and laboratory safety programs. Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local radiation safety regulations, licenses, permits, and internal procedures relevant to laboratory and isotope production operations. Support radiological surveys, contamination control activities, dosimetry oversight, source accountability, and radioactive material handling programs. Participate in development and maintenance of laboratory procedures, technical training materials, and operational guidance documents. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support safe radiological operations, commissioning activities, and operational readiness efforts. Assist with audits, inspections, corrective actions, occurrence investigations, and regulatory interactions related to radiological and laboratory operations. Maintain accurate technical records, laboratory documentation, and radiological program data. Mentor junior technical staff and contribute to development of strong laboratory and radiological safety culture. Support emergency preparedness and response activities associated with radiological operations. Promote continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence, safety, compliance, and technical rigor. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Engineering, Health Physics, or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in radiochemistry, radioactive material handling, nuclear laboratory operations, or related radiological environments. Demonstrated knowledge of radiological work practices, contamination controls, laboratory safety, and operational work planning. Experience working with radioactive isotopes, radiochemical separations, analytical instrumentation, and laboratory quality standards. Familiarity with NRC, DOE, Agreement State, or other...