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No. 02-122-A November 26, 2002

ACNW Application Deadline Extended to January 17

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No. 02-122 October 21, 2002

NRC INVITES PUBLIC TO SUBMIT NOMINATIONS FOR

 ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON NUCLEAR WASTE

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking qualified candidates for an

appointment to its Advisory Committee on Nuclear Waste (ACNW). Currently there are five members

and the Commission is seeking to fill one of the positions on the Committee.

The ACNW is a part-time advisory group established by the NRC in 1988 to provide

independent technical review of and advice on the disposal of nuclear waste, as directed by the NRC. 

The ACNW undertakes independent studies and reviews related to disposal, storage, and transportation

of both high- and low-level radioactive waste including interim storage of spent nuclear fuel; materials

safety; and facilities decommissioning. This encompasses activities related to rulemakings, associated

regulatory guides, and technical positions developed to support and clarify NRC’s nuclear materials and

radioactive waste regulations. 

 Currently, the Commission is seeking an individual with significant technical expertise in

radioactive waste disposal, site remediation and closure activities, nuclear fuel reprocessing, chemistry,

chemical exchange processes, and the nuclear fuel cycle.

The ACNW membership includes individuals who possess specific technical expertise along

with a broad perspective in addressing safety concerns. Committee members are selected from a variety

of engineering and scientific disciplines, such as risk assessment, chemistry, mechanical engineering,

civil engineering, materials sciences, and earth sciences. At this time, candidates are being sought who

have 15-20 years of experience, including graduate level education, in the management and disposal of

radioactive waste. Committee members serve a four-year term with the possibility of reappointment for

a total service of eight years.
Criteria used to evaluate candidates includes education and experience, demonstrated skills in

nuclear waste management matters, and the ability to solve complex technical problems. The

Commission, in selecting its Committee members, considers the need for a specific expertise to

accomplish the work expected to come before the ACNW. Consistent with the requirements of the

Federal Advisory Committee Act, the Commission seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds so that

the membership on the Committee will be fairly balanced in terms of the points of view represented and

functions to be performed by the Committee.

Candidates for ACNW appointments may be involved in or have financial interests related to

NRC-regulated aspects of the nuclear industry. Because conflict-of-interest considerations may restrict

the participation of a candidate in ACNW activities, the degree and nature of any such restriction on an

individual’s activities as a member will be considered in the selection process. Each qualified

candidate’s financial interests must be reconciled with applicable Federal and NRC rules and

regulations prior to final appointment. This might require divestiture of securities or discontinuance of

certain contracts or grants. Information regarding these restrictions will be provided upon request.

A resumé describing the educational and professional background of the candidate, including

special accomplishments and professional references should be provided. Candidates should provide

their current address, telephone number, and e-mail address. All candidates will receive careful

consideration. Appointment will be made without regard to such factors as race, color, religion,

national origin, sex, age, or disabilities. Candidates must be citizens of the United States and be able to

devote approximately 70-100 days per year to Committee business. Applications will be accepted until

December 20.

Copies of resumés of nominees should be sent to Sherry Meador, Administrative Assistant,

ACRS/ACNW, Mail Stop T2E-26, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Washington, DC 20555-

0001, e-mail address SAM@NRC.gov.

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