Research Technologist ; Research Technologist

Position: Acceptable Knowledge (Research) Technologist 1 (Research Technologist 1)
** What You Will Do*
* At Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), we solve national security challenges through simultaneous excellence! Plutonium Capability Transuranic Waste Management group's (NPI-6) Acceptable Knowledge team is looking for a highly motivated Research Technologist level 1 to perform technical work requiring advanced knowledge in the areas of science or engineering. Projects will usually require technical depth and understanding and contribute to the development, implementation, and completion of project objectives **.
** NPI-6 provides ample opportunities to learn new skillsets while maintaining a supportive environment when challenges arise. How we do our jobs is just as important as what we do! Our team members comply with a variety of nuclear management related requirements; they work independently on challenging concurrent projects requiring close cooperation, adaptability, initiative, and willingness to provide support wherever needed to meet LANL National Security Mission.

** Acceptable Knowledge (Research) Technologist 1*
* Primary duties at the Technologist 1 level may include but are not limited to:

+ Supporting production work for vital National      Security Initiatives.

+ Works collaboratively toward predetermined      goals and objectives.

+ May supply ideas and/or input to proposals.

+ May act as lead while reviewing activities of programmatic      organizations for larger projects success.

+ Works to expedite characterization and      transfer of hazardous/mixed hazardous materials for disposition

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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* ** Regulations:
** Demonstrates knowledge of standard principles, concepts and techniques in area of technical specialty (chemistry, environmental science/policy, etc.). Demonstrates some knowledge of industry, DOE/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) complex codes, standards and criteria pertinent to a particular area of research or environmental law.

** Skills/Experience** :  Experience contributing to the development of new principles and concepts, specifications for project implementation, and verifying that the end product meets expectations and requirements. Knowledge of scientific principles, experimental processes, mathematical formulas, computations and data gathering methods.

** Leadership/Followership:
** Ability to work under collaborative direction and guidance toward predetermined goals and objectives. Experience supervising some portion of projects, preparing documentation, and providing peer-review of the documentation for other members of a team.

** Education/Experience at lower level** :
Position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.  A degree related to chemistry or environmental science is preferred.

** DOE Order 426.2A:
** Requires High School Diploma (or equivalent, i.e., GED)

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* + Knowledge      of TA-55 facility operations and NPI mission.

+ Experience      working within LANL policies and procedures.

+ Knowledge      or experience using Waste and Nuclear Materials Management databases such      as Waste Characterization and Tracking System (WCATS), LAMCAS, and LANMAS

+ Familiarity      or experience working in support of waste characterization, hazardous      waste management (RCRA)

+ Experience      working in a Nuclear Facility

+ Knowledge      of and/or experience with hazardous material shipping and the hazardous      waste processes

+ An      active Q clearance

** Note to Applicants:*
* + For      full consideration please provide a comprehensive resume that addresses      the key requirements, job skills, and desired qualifications of the      position.

+ May      require extended work hours or shift work.

+ May      occasionally require advanced PPE such as full face respirator (APR) and      powered air purifying respirator (PAPR)

+ While      the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual      for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more      common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over      time.

+ Occasional      travel may be required.

+ Work will      occur in areas involving high consequences for safety, e.g., high      explosives, high power lasers, high magnetic fields, accelerators, high      energy capacitor banks, gas guns, radiological areas or X-ray systems.

+ Job      duties may include standing for long periods of time.

-   Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities…