Laboratory Technician – Technical & Scientific Research
Overview
Two Laboratory Technician positions are available in Technical and Scientific Research to support the JRC’s nuclear fuel safety sector. The roles are crucial for ensuring continuity of expertise and optimal operation of research infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, set up and carry out welding trials on steel and specialised alloys used in nuclear applications.
- Encapsulation and welding of nuclear material in a confined environment.
- Develop and qualify welding procedures.
- Maintain Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) documentation.
- Plan and follow up maintenance and repair of welding equipment.
- Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, scientific publications and documentation.
- Install, assemble and commission research equipment and machinery.
- Assume responsibility for laboratory and nuclear material accountancy.
- Performing non-destructive testing and metallographic examination of welds.
- Installing, operating and maintaining instrumentation for mechanical characterisation of metals and ceramics.
- Administrative assistance for calls for proposals and tenders, contract management and support in the development of operating regulations.
Required Experience
Two years of professional experience in industrial mechanical processes and/or welding are considered an advantage. Appropriate professional experience of at least three years is required for candidates with secondary education giving access to post-secondary education.
Qualifications
Secondary education or vocational training in mechanical processes and/or welding, or an equivalent qualification, is required. A level of post-secondary education attested by a diploma, or a level of secondary education attested by a diploma giving access to post-secondary education, is also required.
