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Nuclear Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of F-1 work authorization to build your career in reactor design, fuel cycle analysis, or radiation safety. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree must align with a STEM-designated CIP code in nuclear engineering or a closely related field.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Objective: The Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopist contractor in the Analytical Chemistry Core (ACC), Division of Preclinical Innovation (DPI), NCATS, provides analytical chemistry support for translational research. The position requires expertise in solution-state NMR spectroscopy for small molecules and/or proteins. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining high-field NMR instruments; performing structural characterization, purity assessments, concentration and binding studies; developing new NMR methods; preparing samples; troubleshooting instrumentation, including cryogen fills; analyzing and interpreting spectral data; and training staff in instrument operation and NMR applications.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide support for the ACC NMR Spectroscopy laboratory, which includes the operation of four (4) 400 MHz spectrometers and one (1) 600 MHz spectrometer 1
- Perform general maintenance and upkeep of equipment and instrumentation.
- Perform instrument quality control to ensure proper function.
- Collect and review data; analyze and interpret data and results.
- Conduct and write literature reviews for current and future projects.
- Work with staff in identity, purity and stability analysis.
- Prepare samples of various modalities prior to NMR analysis.
- Conduct various 1D, 2D, nD, and VT NMR experiments, as well as perform spectral analysis and interpretation for structure verification, conformational analysis, chromatographic and isotopic purity analysis, and impurity identification 2
- Perform weekly liquid nitrogen fills and quarterly helium fills of the NMR magnets.
- Utilize in-house compound tracking system; enter and review data.
- Write papers and abstracts detailing research efforts and results for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Prepare summaries, reports and presentations based on findings.
- Perform both routine and specialized laboratory procedures of moderate to high complexity.
- Demonstrate and maintain current knowledge of NMR spectroscopy and associated instrumentation, providing subject matter expertise to internal and external collaborators. 3
- Assess methods and procedures for use in experiments, and make modifications and improvements to resolve problems and meet specific needs.
- Maintain accurate, detailed records of experiments, and evaluate and interpret results for validity and scientific meaning.
- Provide training to staff on the proper usage and maintenance of mass spectrometry instrumentation and equipment.
- Provide general and advanced training on mass spectrometry techniques, methods, and protocols.
- Train staff on the proper usage of NMR spectrometers for obtaining routine NMR spectra. 5
- Develop and document new procedures.
- Develop and implement novel methods and platforms for NMR sample preparation and analysis of various modalities, including small molecules, peptides, and proteins, utilizing automation and high-throughput technologies. 4
- Monitor and report on all safety issues.
- Ensure all raw NMR data are properly retained.
- Meet with lab members to present updates – Weekly.
- Perform and document activities supporting nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy operations, including instrument maintenance, liquid nitrogen and helium fills, equipment servicing and repair, sample preparation, data acquisition, processing, analysis, and spectral interpretation. Generate and organize scientific data, figures, and tables; conduct literature reviews; prepare technical reports, manuscripts, presentations, posters, and operational manuals; and develop and refine analytical methods, procedures, workflows, and research platforms to support ongoing scientific and translational research programs.
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biophysics, or related discipline.
- Direct experience with NMR spectrometers (Bruker, JEOL, and/or Agilent).
- Experience with saturation transfer difference (STD); binding affinity; hydrogen-deuterium exchange (HDX); residual dipolar coupling (RDC); relaxation analysis.
- Experience with fragment screening, protein sample preparation, and/or automation systems.
- Experience with NMR acquisition software and NMR data processing software.
- Skilled in Chemdraw, GraphPad Prism, MOE, PyMOL, Python, R.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff.
- Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, email us at recruiting@gapsi.com. You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Position Objective: The Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopist contractor in the Analytical Chemistry Core (ACC), Division of Preclinical Innovation (DPI), NCATS, provides analytical chemistry support for translational research. The position requires expertise in solution-state NMR spectroscopy for small molecules and/or proteins. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining high-field NMR instruments; performing structural characterization, purity assessments, concentration and binding studies; developing new NMR methods; preparing samples; troubleshooting instrumentation, including cryogen fills; analyzing and interpreting spectral data; and training staff in instrument operation and NMR applications.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide support for the ACC NMR Spectroscopy laboratory, which includes the operation of four (4) 400 MHz spectrometers and one (1) 600 MHz spectrometer 1
- Perform general maintenance and upkeep of equipment and instrumentation.
- Perform instrument quality control to ensure proper function.
- Collect and review data; analyze and interpret data and results.
- Conduct and write literature reviews for current and future projects.
- Work with staff in identity, purity and stability analysis.
- Prepare samples of various modalities prior to NMR analysis.
- Conduct various 1D, 2D, nD, and VT NMR experiments, as well as perform spectral analysis and interpretation for structure verification, conformational analysis, chromatographic and isotopic purity analysis, and impurity identification 2
- Perform weekly liquid nitrogen fills and quarterly helium fills of the NMR magnets.
- Utilize in-house compound tracking system; enter and review data.
- Write papers and abstracts detailing research efforts and results for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Prepare summaries, reports and presentations based on findings.
- Perform both routine and specialized laboratory procedures of moderate to high complexity.
- Demonstrate and maintain current knowledge of NMR spectroscopy and associated instrumentation, providing subject matter expertise to internal and external collaborators. 3
- Assess methods and procedures for use in experiments, and make modifications and improvements to resolve problems and meet specific needs.
- Maintain accurate, detailed records of experiments, and evaluate and interpret results for validity and scientific meaning.
- Provide training to staff on the proper usage and maintenance of mass spectrometry instrumentation and equipment.
- Provide general and advanced training on mass spectrometry techniques, methods, and protocols.
- Train staff on the proper usage of NMR spectrometers for obtaining routine NMR spectra. 5
- Develop and document new procedures.
- Develop and implement novel methods and platforms for NMR sample preparation and analysis of various modalities, including small molecules, peptides, and proteins, utilizing automation and high-throughput technologies. 4
- Monitor and report on all safety issues.
- Ensure all raw NMR data are properly retained.
- Meet with lab members to present updates – Weekly.
- Perform and document activities supporting nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy operations, including instrument maintenance, liquid nitrogen and helium fills, equipment servicing and repair, sample preparation, data acquisition, processing, analysis, and spectral interpretation. Generate and organize scientific data, figures, and tables; conduct literature reviews; prepare technical reports, manuscripts, presentations, posters, and operational manuals; and develop and refine analytical methods, procedures, workflows, and research platforms to support ongoing scientific and translational research programs.
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biophysics, or related discipline.
- Direct experience with NMR spectrometers (Bruker, JEOL, and/or Agilent).
- Experience with saturation transfer difference (STD); binding affinity; hydrogen-deuterium exchange (HDX); residual dipolar coupling (RDC); relaxation analysis.
- Experience with fragment screening, protein sample preparation, and/or automation systems.
- Experience with NMR acquisition software and NMR data processing software.
- Skilled in Chemdraw, GraphPad Prism, MOE, PyMOL, Python, R.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff.
- Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, email us at recruiting@gapsi.com. You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Nuclear Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Nuclear Engineering degrees typically fall under CIP code 14.2301, but degrees in health physics, radiological science, or materials science may also qualify. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before your OPT start date so there's no delay activating the extension.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify for your STEM OPT extension to be valid. Search the E-Verify employer search tool or ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify ID number before signing an offer letter.
Target national labs and NRC-licensed facilities
National laboratories and facilities holding NRC operating licenses have established processes for hiring international engineers on OPT. These employers routinely file LCAs through DOL and are structurally set up to support the I-983 training plan requirement.
Build your I-983 training plan around reactor-specific goals
Your I-983 must connect your nuclear engineering degree to specific job duties, like neutron flux calculations or containment system modeling. Vague training objectives get flagged by DSOs. Draft role-specific learning goals before your first day and align them with your actual project assignments.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for E-Verify employers
Search for Nuclear Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings for employers enrolled in E-Verify and with documented OPT hiring history. This cuts the manual verification step and surfaces employers who already understand STEM OPT requirements.
File your H-1B registration before OPT expires to trigger cap-gap
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before April 1 and USCIS receives it by October 1, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically. Coordinate with your employer's legal team in January to confirm registration timing and avoid any gap in authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a nuclear engineering degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, nuclear engineering degrees are covered under STEM-designated CIP codes, most commonly 14.2301. Degrees in closely related fields like health physics, radiological engineering, or nuclear materials science may also qualify depending on how your institution filed the CIP code. Confirm the exact code on your I-20 with your DSO before submitting your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS.
What does the I-983 training plan require for a Nuclear Engineer role?
The I-983 requires you and your employer to document how your job duties directly relate to your STEM degree. For nuclear engineers, this means listing specific tasks like neutronics modeling, reactor safety analysis, or radiation shielding design, along with measurable learning objectives and your supervisor's contact information. Your DSO must approve the plan before your extension begins, and your employer must re-attest every 12 months.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
USCIS requires all STEM OPT employers to be enrolled in E-Verify. You can verify enrollment by asking your HR contact for the company's E-Verify Client ID or by searching the E-Verify employer search tool directly. If the employer isn't enrolled, your STEM OPT extension is invalid even if USCIS has already approved it, so confirm enrollment before your start date, not after.
Can I work at a nuclear power plant or national laboratory on STEM OPT?
Yes, but NRC-licensed facilities and national laboratories often require security clearances or site access authorization, which can take weeks to months for international workers. Some positions involving access to restricted data may have limitations for non-U.S. persons under NRC regulations. Clarify the clearance timeline and any access restrictions with the employer before accepting an offer so it doesn't affect your OPT start date.
Where can I find Nuclear Engineer jobs from E-Verify employers?
Migrate Mate lists Nuclear Engineer openings filtered for employers enrolled in E-Verify and with documented STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not manually cross-referencing employer enrollment status for every application. Nuclear engineer roles with active LCA filings, which signal that an employer has already gone through DOL prevailing-wage certification for similar positions, appear alongside standard postings so you can prioritize employers already familiar with the process.