Nuclear Safety Officer (Advanced Reactor Technologies) (P3), US-Funded Cost Free Expert
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Support safety of advanced reactors and fusion facilities.
- Develop technical reports and safety standards.
- Conduct safety reviews and missions.
- Engage with member states and international organizations.
- Relocation to Vienna, Austria for two years.
About the role
Nuclear Safety Officer (Advanced Reactor Technologies)
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is seeking a Nuclear Safety Officer with expertise in Advanced Reactor Technologies to join the Safety Assessment Section within the Department of Nuclear Safety and Security. This is a US-Funded Cost-Free Expert (CFE) position, involving paid relocation to Vienna, Austria. The role is not remote and is for a duration of 2 years.
Organizational Setting
The Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) leads the IAEA's nuclear safety and security initiatives. The Division of Nuclear Installation Safety (NSNI) aims to maintain high safety standards for nuclear installations globally through setting safety standards, providing review services, promoting education and training, and fostering information exchange. The Safety Assessment Section (SAS) specifically focuses on enhancing Member States' capabilities in safety assessments for nuclear installations, developing safety standards for design and assessment, promoting advanced methods, and conducting Technical Safety Reviews (TSRs) for various reactor types, including evolutionary and innovative designs like Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), non-water-cooled reactors, and fusion reactors.
Main Purpose
Reporting to the Section Head, the Nuclear Safety Officer will plan and coordinate projects to support the safety of advanced reactor technologies. This includes SMRs, transportable nuclear power plants (TNPPs), floating nuclear power plants (FNPPs), and fusion facilities. The role involves supporting Member States in demonstrating the safety of these designs.
Role
- Project planner and implementer for activities promoting the safety of advanced nuclear reactors and fusion facilities.
- Scientific secretary and technical specialist, leading meetings and working groups to compile knowledge and develop technical reports on advanced reactor safety.
- Member of TSR mission teams, contributing to the planning and execution of safety reviews for advanced nuclear reactors.
Partnerships
Collaboration with internal IAEA staff and external experts is crucial. The officer will engage with Member States to compile and review safety information for advanced reactors and fusion facilities, identifying training needs. Furthermore, the role involves exchanging knowledge and collaborating with international organizations such as OECD/NEA CSNI, Generation IV International Forum, the European Commission, and the International Maritime Organisation to enhance international efforts in advanced reactor safety.
Functions / Key Results Expected
- Organize and lead activities with experts to compile knowledge on the safety of advanced reactor technologies (SMRs, TNPPs, fusion facilities) and develop technical reports.
- Provide technical input for capacity-building activities, including training events and webinars on the design safety and safety assessment of advanced reactor technologies.
- Advise and assist Member States in applying safety assessment and design safety standards to advanced reactor technologies.
- Implement and participate in technical safety peer review missions for innovative reactor designs.
- Participate in professional meetings, conferences, and projects, preparing and delivering presentations and papers.
Expertise Required
- Nuclear Safety | Safety of Advanced Nuclear Systems: Knowledge of nuclear power plant design safety and advanced reactor technologies (SMRs, TNPPs, fusion facilities).
- Nuclear Safety | Nuclear Standards, Development and Application: Experience drafting technical reports, guidelines, and publications on nuclear power plant design safety or safety assessment, specifically for SMRs, TNPPs, or fusion facilities.
- Nuclear Safety | Project Management: Experience managing projects related to the design safety or safety assessment of advanced reactor technologies.
Education, Experience and Language Skills
- University degree in engineering, physical, nuclear, chemical, mathematical science, or related field.
- Minimum of five years of work experience in design safety or safety assessment of advanced reactor technologies, with knowledge of innovative reactor designs.
- Knowledge of TNPPs and fusion facilities; experience with both is an asset.
- Three years of international experience related to advanced reactor technologies is an asset.
- Experience organizing and leading technical meetings, capacity building, or advisory missions.
- Experience developing technical publications on advanced reactor technologies at a national or international level.
Key skills/competency
- Nuclear Safety
- Advanced Reactor Technologies
- Safety Assessment
- Design Safety
- Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)
- Transportable Nuclear Power Plants (TNPPs)
- Fusion Facilities
- Technical Reports
- Project Management
- Member State Support
Skills & topics
- Nuclear Safety Officer
- Advanced Reactor Technologies
- IAEA
- Vienna
- Cost-Free Expert
- SMR
- TNPP
- Fusion
- Safety Assessment
- Nuclear Engineering
How to get hired
- Review Application Instructions Carefully: Visit https://international.anl.gov/careers.html#cfe and https://anl.box.com/v/HowToApply-CFE for detailed steps on applying for this Cost-Free Expert position.
- Tailor Your Resume: Highlight your experience in nuclear safety, advanced reactor technologies (SMRs, TNPPs, fusion), safety assessment, and project management. Emphasize any international experience or experience with technical publications and missions.
- Complete Online Application: Ensure your online job application form in the TALEO system is fully completed and accurate.
- Highlight Relevant Expertise: Clearly demonstrate your university degree in a relevant scientific field and the minimum five years of work experience in design safety or safety assessment of advanced reactor technologies.
- Address Specific Requirements: Mention your knowledge of TNPPs and fusion facilities, and any experience organizing technical meetings or leading advisory missions.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is a Cost-Free Expert (CFE) position at the IAEA, and what does it cover?
- A Cost-Free Expert (CFE) position at the IAEA, like the Nuclear Safety Officer role, is a temporary assignment where the expert's salary is funded by their home country (in this case, the US). The IAEA covers other costs and provides the opportunity to contribute to international nuclear safety initiatives. This specific CFE position is sponsored by IAEA Programs in the non-Safeguards department and involves paid relocation to Vienna, Austria for two years.
- What specific advanced reactor technologies are covered by this Nuclear Safety Officer role?
- This role focuses on the safety of advanced reactor technologies, including nuclear reactors in their Small Modular Reactor (SMR) form, both land-based and those used in Transportable Nuclear Power Plants (TNPPs) and Floating Nuclear Power Plants (FNPPs). It also covers fusion facilities and supports Member States in developing capabilities for the safety demonstration of these designs.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Nuclear Safety Officer (Advanced Reactor Technologies) at the IAEA?
- Key responsibilities include planning and coordinating projects to enhance the safety of advanced reactor technologies, acting as a scientific secretary for expert meetings and working groups, developing technical reports, participating in Technical Safety Reviews (TSRs), and providing advice and assistance to Member States on safety standards and assessment methods.
- What educational background and experience are required for this position?
- A university degree in engineering, physical, nuclear, chemical, mathematical science, or a related field is required. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of work experience in the design safety or safety assessment of advanced reactor technologies, with demonstrable knowledge of innovative reactor designs. Knowledge of TNPPs and fusion facilities is also essential. Three years of international experience in this field and experience organizing technical meetings are considered assets.
- Is this a remote position, and where is the duty station?
- No, this is not a remote position. The duty station is Vienna, Austria. The position involves paid relocation to Vienna for the duration of the appointment.
- What is the duration of the appointment for this Nuclear Safety Officer position?
- The appointment for this Nuclear Safety Officer (Advanced Reactor Technologies) position is for a duration of two years.