Senior Molten Salt Chemist

LEAD MOLTEN SALT EXPERIMENTAL PROJECTS THAT DRIVE ADVANCEMENTS IN CLEAN ENERGY 

At Seaborg Technologies we are developing a nuclear power plant concept fundamentally different from what exists today. By bringing to market an advanced molten salt reactor we are making nuclear an inexpensive, sustainable, and scalable technology that can make fossil fuels a thing of the past and revolutionise energy markets. The opportunity to make an impact on climate change and provide millions of people with cheap and accessible energy is what inspires all of us every day.  

Creating an innovation that can impact the world isn’t easy and requires a diverse team bringing together a range of talents and perspectives. We know that we cannot do this alone, so we work closely with regulators, shipyards, academic institutions, and the nuclear industry from all over the world to develop and identify needed technologies and materials so we can produce an advanced floating nuclear power plant.  

This is your chance to become part of a collaborative research environment where you can chart an uncommonly diverse career and help change the world. Seaborg's environment allows for great influence, the possibility to take on responsibility, and personal growth but also demands flexibility.  
 

THE ROLE  

We are looking for a Senior Molten Salt Chemist to carry out and lead research projects within our Chemistry Team. Your primary focus will be on increasing company knowledge regarding fluoride salt properties, while making sure the results are communicated effectively. 

You will use your experience and research to help inform our reactor design and input to technology development and validation plans, lead R&D projects internally as well as with external partners, and provide input on continuous improvement of our laboratory facilities.  
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS  

• Manage research projects focusing on molten salt purification and chemical analysis, (ICP, elemental analysis, etc.). 

• Manage research projects focusing on thermodynamic properties of molten mixtures and speciation with help of electrochemistry and thermal analysis.  

• Support the establishment of projects with external partners and manage ongoing collaborations. 

• Give input to technology development and validation plans. 

• Support and train relevant team members and new employees in molten salt R&D work. 

• Develop/optimize experimental methodologies for use in Seaborg’s radiochemical laboratory. 

• Collaborate with specialists and technicians to develop and establish suitable methods, tools, and routines for molten salt chemistry experiments that conform with safety, relevant standards and ensure data validation.  
   

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

• You hold a degree in chemistry or a related field.   

• You have experience working within molten salt chemistry, preferably with fluoride salts. If you also have experience with salt purification, electrochemistry and/or corrosion, it is a plus. 

• You have experience with chemical analysis tools, such as, DSC, TGA, elemental analysis, ICP-OES/MS, XRD, etc.  

• You have a strong background in conducting research, ideally with industrial experience, and collaborating with international research institutions. 

• You have experience with performing chemical risk assessments and a thorough understanding of the hazards working with molten salts.  

• You can manage projects effectively, including planning, scheduling, communication, and resource allocation. 

• Experience leading/mentoring less experienced team members is an advantage. 

• Basic knowledge of the nuclear industry and molten salt reactor technologies is an advantage. 
   

PERSONAL COMPETENCES 

• You are not afraid of challenges and drive finding the solutions while adhering to regulatory frameworks and organizational guidelines. 

• You take responsibility for your tasks and obligations and make sure they are completed. 

• You communicate clearly and with empathy and understanding, which allows you to interact with many different stakeholders within a wide variety of technical disciplines. 

• You respect compliance and have high safety standards.  

• You are comfortable with change.  

• You are a role model for implementing good laboratory practices.  
   

WHAT WE OFFER  

• The chance to work on ground-breaking technology that will impact the global energy landscape.  

• Working closely with globally acknowledged experts in the field.  

• Collaborating with an international and diverse team. 

• Personal and professional development opportunities and support.  

• Informal and flexible work environment. 

• Employee warrant program.  
   

WHERE 

We are based in Copenhagen, Denmark, a country known for its high quality of life and extensive social welfare system. Danes are among the happiest people in the world and Copenhagen is ranked one of the 10 safest cities in the world. Read more about all the benefits of living in Denmark here.  

WANT TO JOIN THE TEAM? 

Please submit a motivational letter and CV in English by 20 March 2025. As we strive to have a neutral hiring process, please do not add a picture to your CV. We look forward to reading your application.