Oklo

Junior Radiochemist

Idaho Falls, Idaho · Junior · Internship

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$120kDetected 20 days ago

Supply ChainInventory ManagementAR/VRResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

This position will be on-site in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
This position offers hands-on experience in radiochemical processing, laboratory operations, and operational readiness activities.

Support preparation, execution, and documentation of radiochemical experiments and laboratory processes.
Perform sample preparation, radiological characterization, and analytical measurements using laboratory instrumentation and approved techniques.
Support routine laboratory operations including material handling, inventory management, equipment setup, and contamination control activities.
Support radiological surveys, radioactive material handling activities, and laboratory housekeeping efforts.
Maintain accurate laboratory records, technical documentation, and operational data.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support isotope production, commissioning activities, and laboratory readiness initiatives.
Support operational excellence through strong attention to detail, procedural compliance, and safe work practices.
We bring diverse perspectives, listen actively, and build trust through transparency and respect.

0-3 years of experience in laboratory operations, radiochemistry, analytical chemistry, nuclear operations, or related technical environments.
Familiarity with analytical laboratory instrumentation and scientific documentation practices.
Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a collaborative technical environment.
You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team.

Internship, research, or laboratory experience involving radioactive materials, analytical chemistry, or nuclear technologies.
Experience working in academic, national laboratory, or industrial laboratory environments.
Familiarity with contamination controls, radiological surveys, or radioactive material handling.
Experience with isotope production, gloveboxes, hot cells, or radiochemical separations.
Experience supporting startup, commissioning, or operational readiness activities.
Passionate about unleashing beneficial isotopes
Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
Willing and able to learn quickly

Salary: $90,000-$120,000
Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, bonuses, competitive pay, 401(k), health insurance (with employer contribution), HSA, FSA, flexible work hours, wellness credits, and other benefits.
This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws.
Only applicants who meet the definition of a U.S. person under applicable laws may be eligible.
Oklo is also developing advanced fuel recycling technologies in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. National Laboratories.
About Oklo Inc.: Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale; establishing a domestic supply chain for critical radioisotopes; and advancing nuclear fuel recycling to convert nuclear waste into clean energy.

It is about being a part of the vision and feeling a part of reaching team goals.

This focus is a big part of excellence, consistency, and quality.
Excellent grammar and spelling matter for both good communication as well as the image of the company that we put forward.
We are team players who act for the good of the company and for the world.
We are focused on our mission, not personal recognition.
We take pride in what we do and how we do it.
We are proactive in finding solutions and see tasks through to completion.

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