Adhesive Research Technologist; Research Technologist

This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

This position will be filled at either the Research Technologist 1/2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

$87,800-$143,000

The position offers the opportunity to work on a highly successful and critical team. The kitting team within MST-7 supplies adhesives and other polymer kits to various groups ough this work, members of the kitting team collaborate with multiple divisions and groups and contribute to the success of multiple high‑profile tests. The chosen candidate will be required to follow established recipes and procedures exactly as they have been recorded, maintain supplies and supply chain, maintain an orderly work space, and effectively interact with other LANL groups.

$96,600-$158,000

In addition to the duties outlined for Technologist 1, a Technologist 2 would be expected to implement time and cost savings measures as appropriate while maintaining kit quality. As opportunities arise, the candidate would also lead research projects or develop new equipment for kitting operations.

The Engineered Materials Group (MST-7) is seeking outstanding candidates to join our adhesive kitting team. The team supplies adhesive, polymer, and chemical kits to various groups and organizations throughout LANL. The successful candidate will prepare requested kits in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment using developed formulations. Candidates will also implement new practices to streamline the production process. The candidate is expected to work independently and should be highly motivated, customer‑service focused, and detail‑oriented.

Work requires more intellectual contribution in process development and includes work requiring consistent exercise of discretion and judgment, as distinguished from performance of prescribed routine tasks. Regular dissemination of results in the form of well‑kept laboratory notebooks, internal reports, peer‑reviewed research papers, and conference presentations will be essential for success.

• Work within the existing formulation framework and additionally, develop new, tailored adhesive kits to meet customer needs.
• Purchase, track, prepare, and maintain chemical inventory of material feed‑stocks.
• Oversee quality control of adhesive materials.
• Work with budget analysts to develop and manage budget and contracts.
• Demonstrate responsibility in leading customer interactions.
• Log adhesive kit data into a LANL database.
• Participate in projects supporting R&D efforts for polymer and adhesive materials and cast parts.
• Perform chemical certification via theology and hardness testing.

• Safety: Demonstrated experience working in benchtop laboratory settings and conducting materials‑related experiments in a safe and secure manner.
• Project Management: Experience in project management, including planning, organizing and resource management. Application of excellent organizational skills in creating ownership and accountability to meet key commitments and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects with a broad range of priorities.
• Continuous Improvement: Experience in proactively leading organizational processes and creating a culture of continuous improvement.
• Critical Thinking: Experience conducting research, developing techniques, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions to problems affecting business/programmatic operations. Gather, compile, and interpret data derived from multiple sources and present findings to a determined target audience.
• Communication: Extensive expertise demonstrating strong communication skills (interpersonal, verbal and written) while interacting effectively with a team and all levels of skill sets.
• Business Systems: Thorough knowledge and in-depth understanding of operations, policies and business systems including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance (typically…