Nuclear Engineer (Research Reactor Fuel Cycle)(P4)

Nuclear Engineer (Research Reactor Fuel Cycle)(P4) – (2024/0444 (236195))

Organization

: NEFW-Research Reactor Section

Primary Location

: Austria-Vienna-Vienna-IAEA Headquarters

Job Posting

: 2024-07-29, 11:22:59 AM

Closing Date

: 2024-08-19, 9:59:00 PM

Duration in Months: 36

Contract Type: Fixed Term – Regular

Probation Period: 1 Year

Full Competitive Recruitment: Yes

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location.

Organizational Setting

The Division of Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Waste Technology (NEFW) comprises the Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials Section, the Waste Technology Section, the Decommissioning & Environmental Remediation Section and the Research Reactor Section. The Division seeks to support Member States in building their capacity to access technologies, to share good practices and to develop safe and effective approaches across all aspects of research reactors, nuclear fuel cycle, decommissioning, radioactive waste management and environmental remediation.

The Research Reactor Section (RRS) assists Member States in every stage of the research reactor life cycle: from the initial decision to build a research reactor, including the development of the national supporting infrastructure, to ensuring safe and sustainable operation, including long-term operation, spent fuel management, effective utilization, to preparation for decommissioning and disposal of spent nuclear fuel. The Section also promote and facilitate Member States’ access to research reactors for nuclear capacity building and, upon request, assist Member States in minimizing the use of Highly Enriched Uranium for research reactors’ fuels and applications. The Section works with Member States individually, regionally, and in international coalitions to carry out its activities.

Main Purpose

Reporting to the Research Reactor Section Head, the Nuclear Engineer (Research Reactor Fuel Cycle) develops and implements IAEA activities to increase relevant capabilities within interested Member States for policy making, strategic planning, technology development and operational practices in the area of research reactor fuel cycle.

Role

The Nuclear Engineer (Research Reactor Fuel Cycle) fulfils several roles within the Section: (1) an expert, providing advice to the Section Head and interested member states on research reactor fuel cycle issues; (2) a project manager, implementing IAEA activities in the area of research reactor fuel cycle; (3) a technical officer responsible for providing technical support to the IAEA’s technical cooperation programme on specific aspects of research reactors; (4) a technical writer producing and reviewing documents relating to Research Reactors.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Provide authoritative information, advice and guidance on research reactor fuel cycle and related issues. Gather, maintain and apply knowledge of international best practices and trends, contribute specialised expertise to the design and implementation of the Agency’s programme in the subject area.

Plan, prepare, and lead technical meetings, consultants’ meetings, workshops and other scientific meetings in the subject area, including proposing their subjects, preparing their scopes, selecting the participants, co-ordinating implementation and finalization of reports and documents.

As a technical officer, support extrabudgetary and technical cooperation projects in the subject area; evaluate proposals, plan and implement activities; prepare and monitor contracts for the supply of goods and services such as technical equipment, external assistance or research; and review the results achieved.

Develop technical guidelines, reports and other technical documents on important aspects related to research reactors and update IAEA publications in the subject area.

Promote, coordinate and evaluate Coordinated Research Projects (CRPs) in Member States and conduct complex studies and assessments related to issues and trends in the subject area.

Contribute to e-tools related to IAEA activities on research reactors, such as databases, information hubs, e-Learning.

Collaborate with members of the Section, Division, other Divisions, and external stakeholders in the subject area.

As assigned, provide technical leadership and guidance to more junior technical specialists.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

Name Definition Communication Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. Achieving Results Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. Teamwork Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. Planning and Organizing Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans.

Functional Competencies

Name Definition Judgement/decision making Consults with supervisor/manager and takes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. Makes decisions reflecting best practice and professional theories and standards. Partnership building Identifies and builds partnerships. Develops and maintains long lasting partnerships to strengthen relationships. Delivers programmatic outputs and acquires resources in support of Agency goals. Technical/scientific credibility Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable.

Required Expertise

Function Name Expertise Description Nuclear Engineering Project Management Expertise in coordination of project activities and managing of complex projects. Nuclear Engineering Research Reactor Operation and Maintenance Expertise in Research Reactor operation, maintenance, ageing management, refurbishment and upgrades. Nuclear Engineering Research Reactors Knowledge of Research Reactor designs, equipment, fuel cycle, safety and utilization aspects, organizational structures and management systems.

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

Master’s Degree – Advanced university degree in engineering, physics, chemistry, or related field.

Bachelor’s Degree – University degree in engineering, physics, chemistry, or related field with two years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of advanced university degree.

Minimum seven years of professional experience in the subject area, particularly in research reactor fuel cycle.

Experience in international cooperation with proven ability to participate effectively in a multinational and multidisciplinary team with sensitivity and respect fer diversity.

Excellent oral and written command of English, experience in technical writing in English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.

Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $77326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 45158*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions

General Information

• The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
• The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
• Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
• The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

Evaluation process

• The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Appointment information

• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
• Staff members may be assigned to any location.
• Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
• The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.

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