Applications Scientist

Luxium Solutions in Hiram, OH is looking for an Applications Scientist to join our R&D team! The Applications Scientist is responsible for designing, conducting, and interpreting special radiation detector tests. This position will produce new, high performing, radiation detection materials and devices that provide a quality advantage in the markets of radiation detection and functional materials.

Essential Functions:

• Development and testing of new scintillation radiation detectors, imagers and components. 
• Day-to-day operations of neutron and special scintillation measurements facilities at the Hiram and Newbury plants. 
• Part of a team responsible for:
• developing new products, and assembly and testing procedures. 
• developing new organic and inorganic scintillation materials.
• Preparation, operation, and maintenance of radiation detection systems, test equipment, and detailed record keeping.

• Acquisition and analysis of radiation detection data including ability to handle, interpret, and draw actionable conclusions from large data sets. Simulation of radiation detector systems will be required.

• Carrying out improvement experiments in all phases of radiation detectors and radiation imagers.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Radiation Science, Nuclear Science or Nuclear Engineering or similar required.
• PhD in Radiation Science, Nuclear Science or Nuclear Engineering or similar preferred.
• 5+ years' experience with testing and development of radiation materials.

Benefits

• ANNUAL BONUS!

• Paid Time Off available on day one (pro-rated for new hires)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescriptions available on day one
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short/Long Term Disability
• HRA/FSA
• EAP, Health Coaching
• 401(k) & company match
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement
• 12 week Paid Parental Leave
• & many more!