Technoeconomic and Sustainability Research Scientist

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Technoeconomic and Sustainability Research Scientist to work in our Decision Sciences department. You will report to the department manager. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our REC facility in Idaho Falls, Idaho with every other Friday off.

You will work on a diverse team advancing bioenergy and industrial processes. You will contribute expertise in technoeconomic assessment, lifecycle assessment, and industrial engineering. You will apply these insights to INL's analysis research thrust that has the overarching goal to assess pathways for scaling-up biofuel production. You will also lead new research proposals that apply your expertise to additional domains.

Responsibilities Include:

• Leading and contributing to technoeconomic assessments and lifecycle assessments. This includes knowing when and how to use industry-accepted tools and having the expertise to develop new tools.
• Contribute to and build the team's scientific eminence, for example through making major contributions to presentations, reports, peer-reviewed journal articles, invention disclosures, and external engagement.
• Apply extensive expertise in application of mathematics, statistics, logic, and computer programming languages in the design, development, optimization, and testing of models that approximate physical entities or processes.
• Provide imaginative, and practicable solutions to multiple complex, ambiguous, or difficult problems.
• Serve as a principal investigator (PI) / Co-PI on projects or tasks requiring originality, ingenuity, and strong project management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 3: PhD in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Economics, Forest Economics, Resource Economics, Applied Science, Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Business or a related field and two years of related experience
• Level 4: PhD in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Economics, Forest Economics, Resource Economics, Applied Science, Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Business or a related field and four years of related experience.
• A sustained publication record in bioenergy, technoeconomic or life cycle assessment research is required.

Job Information:

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  The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($93,204 - $191,076) / Level 4 ($111,888 - $229,284). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

  
  
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  Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

  
  

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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