Joshua Jarrell
About Joshua Jarrell
Joshua Jarrell is a Materials Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, focusing on the fabrication and testing of nuclear instrumentation. He holds a PhD in Nuclear Engineering from The Ohio State University and has experience in reactor engineering and research roles.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Joshua Jarrell has been employed as a Materials Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2021. His role involves the fabrication and testing of nuclear instrumentation, contributing to advancements in nuclear technology. Prior to his current position, he served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the same laboratory from 2018 to 2021, where he focused on research related to materials engineering and radiation effects.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Jarrell holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nuclear Engineering from The Ohio State University, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Nuclear Engineering from the same institution, completing his studies in 2014. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor's Degree in Physics from James Madison University, obtained in 2013. His academic background supports his expertise in coupled semiconductor-radiation systems and radiation effects testing.
Background in Research and Engineering
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Joshua Jarrell worked as a Reactor Engineer at Dominion Virginia Power for one year, focusing on operations at the North Anna facility. He also gained research experience as a Research Assistant at James Madison University from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he served as an NRC Fellow at The Ohio State University from 2016 to 2018, further enhancing his research capabilities in nuclear engineering.
Professional Interests and Focus Areas
Joshua Jarrell's professional interests include the development of solutions for nonproliferation safeguards in the reprocessing of spent nuclear fuels. His work emphasizes the importance of safety and security in nuclear technology. He specializes in the fabrication and testing of nuclear instrumentation, which is critical for advancing nuclear engineering applications.