Graduate – Chemist​/Chemical Engineer - Applied Chemistry and Physics

Overview

2026 Graduate – Chemist/Chemical Engineer - Applied Chemistry and Physics at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). This role targets graduates with a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering to work on high-impact problems in applied chemistry, developing sensors, detectors, and chemistry-based analytical tools for national defense, health, and environmental science. You will collaborate with physicists, engineers, analytical chemists, and biologists on multidisciplinary projects.

• Help design, build, test, and evaluate scientific instrumentation addressing concerns related to national defense, terrorism, and weapons of mass destruction.
• Synthesize and evaluate new molecules, polymers, and biomolecules to support chemistry research projects related to defense, national health, and environmental science.
• Perform hands-on laboratory work as part of a team to develop solutions to applied chemistry and physics problems.

• Bachelor’s in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related technical field, with a strong academic record.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Able to travel occasionally to attend meetings with government partners and operational stakeholders.
• Able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by start date and eventually a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required for eligibility for access to classified information.

• Master’s in chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, or related field with strong academic record.
• Experience performing hands-on laboratory research, including internships.
• Experience in data analysis and scientific reporting.
• Ability to apply creativity and laboratory experience to address national defense, terrorism, and WMD concerns.

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) provides world-class expertise to national challenges in defense, security, space, and science. APL emphasizes a collaborative culture, growth opportunities, and a healthy work/life balance. The campus is located in the Baltimore–Washington metro area. More information: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Base pay range: $85,000.00/yr – $/yr. The posted range is determined by JHU APL in good faith at posting time; actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, education, and internal parity. Supplemental compensation may include bonuses, relocation benefits, and other forms of pay per internal policy.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristics. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact Accommodations.