Research Scientist

Primary Responsibilities

Specific efforts will include analysis of chemical materials, development and characterization of novel materials to include polymers and thermoplastics and testing, evaluation, and modeling materials against traditional chemical warfare agents, non-traditional agents, and toxic industrial chemicals (TICs) and toxic industrial materials (TIMs). The research scientist will work under the direction of DEVCOM CBC Principal Investigator and other research scientists, chemists, and engineers.

• Demonstrated proficiency in organic synthesis.
• Familiarity with computational fluid dynamic (CFD) modeling for vapors and particulates.
• Knowledge of computer aided design (CAD) and knowledge of multilayer thermoplastics.

$69,550.00 - $

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.