ICP-MS Technologist ​/ Research Technologist 1-2

What You Will Do

The successful candidate will support operational and R&D efforts in the areas of stable and radioisotope measurements. Responsibilities include independent sample preparation, instrument operation, and data reduction. The candidate will operate quadrupole, high‑resolution, and multicollector inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometers (ICP‑MS). The role also involves maintenance and repair of instruments and interaction with vendors and service technicians. The technologist will collaborate with team members across multiple projects supporting nuclear forensics, safeguards, treaty monitoring, and weapons programs.

This position will be filled at either the Technologist 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional responsibilities at the higher level may include report preparation, method development, and opportunities to engage with sponsors and colleagues outside of the laboratory.

Research Technologist 1: $85,900 – $139,900

Research Technologist 2: $94,500 – $154,600

Research Technologist 1

• Demonstrated experience in inorganic mass spectrometry analysis using ICP‑MS or related instrumentation (TIMS, AMS, SIMS)
• Experience preparing samples for isotopic analysis
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment
• Experience performing mass spectrometry data collection and quality control evaluation
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative, dynamic research environment
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires U.S. citizenship

Additional Job Requirements for Research Technologist 2

• Demonstrated ability to reduce and interpret isotopic and elemental data from inorganic mass spectrometry methods and prepare reports or presentations for stakeholders
• Experience developing analytical procedures

Lower level (Technologist
1)

Position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Higher level (Technologist
2)

Position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

• Experience with ICP‑MS platforms including Q‑ICP‑MS, SF‑ICP‑MS, and/or MC‑ICP‑MS
• Experience with trace element or actinide analysis using inorganic mass spectrometry
• Analytical chemistry experience
• Experience working with radiological samples
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining instrumentation and working with vendors

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

Position will be cleared to Q clearance. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Q clearance requires U.S. citizenship except in very limited circumstances.

• PPO or high‑deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) with 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)

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request.