Zain Karriem
About Zain Karriem
Zain Karriem is an R&D Staff member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in reactor physics computation and isotope production. He has held various roles in the nuclear field, including positions at Necsa, Eskom, and PBMR, and has an extensive educational background in physics and nuclear engineering.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Zain Karriem currently holds the position of R&D Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has been employed since 2020. His work focuses on isotope production, research, and development. He specializes in reactor physics computation, contributing to advancements in the field through his expertise in deterministic and stochastic particle transport simulation and development.
Previous Experience at Necsa and Eskom
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Zain Karriem worked as a Senior Scientist at Necsa from 1999 to 2004, where he gained significant experience in the nuclear sector. Following this role, he served as a Senior Physicist at Eskom from 2004 to 2006. His tenure at these organizations provided him with a solid foundation in nuclear science and engineering.
Role at PBMR
Zain Karriem worked as the Chief Nuclear Engineering Analyst at PBMR from 2006 to 2010. In this position, he was responsible for analyzing nuclear engineering projects and contributing to the development of nuclear technology. His role involved applying his extensive knowledge in nuclear physics and engineering to support the organization's objectives.
Educational Background in Nuclear Science
Zain Karriem has a robust educational background in nuclear science. He earned a BSc in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from the University of the Western Cape. He also achieved an MSc in Nuclear Physics from the same institution. Furthering his studies, he obtained a Certificate in Reactor Science from North-West University and completed a PhD in Nuclear Engineering at Penn State University from 2008 to 2012.
Specialization in Reactor Physics Computation
Zain Karriem specializes in reactor physics computation, which involves the application of computational methods to analyze and simulate nuclear reactors. His expertise includes deterministic and stochastic particle transport simulation and development, making him a valuable asset in the field of nuclear research and development.