Scientific Methods Engineer

Job Posting Organization:
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an international organization that works to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons. Established in 1957, the IAEA has a mission to ensure that nuclear energy is used safely and responsibly. The organization operates in over 180 countries and employs a diverse workforce of professionals dedicated to nuclear safety, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and non-proliferation. The IAEA's headquarters is located in Vienna, Austria, and it plays a crucial role in global nuclear governance and oversight.

Job Overview:
The Scientific Methods Engineer position is integral to the Department of Safeguards at the IAEA, which functions as the world's nuclear inspectorate. This role involves providing professional expertise in safeguards verification activities, developing scientific methodologies, and supporting the creation of new instruments and equipment for nuclear material verification. The engineer will be responsible for advanced measurements of nuclear material and will execute complex verification tasks. This position requires a blend of scientific knowledge, engineering skills, and technical writing capabilities, as the engineer will also be involved in developing and updating technical documentation related to safeguards instrumentation.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Scientific Methods Engineer will have a range of responsibilities including: providing specialized technical assistance and analytical support for advanced nuclear materials measurement techniques; employing developed methodologies to enhance safeguards equipment functionality; defining user requirements for innovative instruments and measurement techniques; supporting the development of non-destructive assay (NDA) equipment; preparing quality-controlled technical documents and calibration procedures; providing training on advanced nuclear materials measurement techniques; and ensuring compliance with safety regulations when working with radioactive materials. The engineer will also be involved in troubleshooting and calibrating NDA equipment and may need to perform work in areas with exposure to radioactive materials, necessitating medical clearance and adherence to health monitoring programs.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in nuclear engineering, applied physics, physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, or a related technical field. A minimum of five years of relevant work experience is required, specifically in the development, deployment, production, and/or use of nuclear NDA instrumentation. Experience in nuclear coincidence counting and/or gamma spectrometry, as well as designing, implementing, calibrating, and maintaining NDA systems for radioactive material characterization, is essential. Candidates should demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills in English, and knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is considered an asset.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical area such as nuclear engineering, applied physics, physics, mathematics, or electrical engineering. This foundational education is critical for understanding the complex scientific and technical aspects of nuclear safeguards and instrumentation.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the nuclear field, particularly in the development and application of nuclear NDA instrumentation. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in nuclear coincidence counting and/or gamma spectrometry, as well as in the design, implementation, calibration, and maintenance of NDA systems for the characterization of radioactive materials. This level of experience is crucial for ensuring that the engineer can effectively contribute to the IAEA's safeguards verification activities.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of additional official IAEA languages, such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish, is advantageous and may enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
The IAEA offers a competitive remuneration package, including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $70,212, along with a variable post adjustment currently amounting to US $38,26

• Additional benefits include dependency benefits, rental subsidies, education grants, relocation and repatriation expenses, six weeks of annual leave, home leave travel, a pension plan, and health insurance. The IAEA is committed to gender equality and encourages applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries. Staff members are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards and may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.