Spectroscopy Post-Bachelors position in spectroscopy and material science

** What You Will Do*
* The Physical and Chemical Spectroscopy Group in the Chemistry Division (C-PCS) is seeking an outstanding post-bachelors student with a STEM science degree to join our experimental efforts in spectroscopy of molecular systems.  The C-PCS Group addresses national and international problems by exploiting the measurement and diagnostic power of light. The prospective candidate will primarily be involved in measuring high-resolution spectral data with multiple types of spectral instrumentation both in the lab and in the field.

They will also be expected to perform analysis on the collected data to draw scientific conclusions and participate in laboratory and field validation experiments. #chemistry, #cpcs, #chem student

** What You Need*
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Job Requirements:

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* ** An experimental background in spectroscopy of materials in either solid, liquid, and/or gas. Familiarity with spectrometer instrumentation such as FTIR, UV-Vis, and/or Raman.*
* ** Desired

Qualifications:

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* Experience with molecular spectroscopy and data analysis, analysis programs such as Origin or Python programming (or equivalent languages), written and oral communication skills, outdoor work experience, and the ability to work in a diverse team environment.

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* Education:

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* A B.S. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering. This is expected to be a 1-2 year position. At the conclusion of a successful term, interns may be considered for a staff position.

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* Work Location:

** The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

** Note to Applicants:*
* 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 that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Due to job requirements only U.S. Citizens capable of obtaining a clearance will be considered for this position.

** Where You Will Work*
* Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

§  PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

§  Dental and vision insurance

§  Free basic life and disability insurance

§  Paid childbirth and parental leave

§  Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

§  Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

§  Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

§  Onsite gyms and wellness programs

§  Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

** Additional Details*
* ** Directive 206.2**  - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). assets/docs/DOE-O-206.2-Chg-2-Ltd Chg-Identity,-Credential,-and-Access-Management-ICAM-1.pdf) .  Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States.  Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

** No Clearance:
** Position does not require a security clearance.  Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

** New-Employment Drug Test:
** The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.  Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal…