Analytical Research Technologist

Position: Analytical Research Technologist 1
** What You Will Do*
* ** This position is open for external candidates only to apply.*
* The successful candidate will work with the Fundamental Explosives Analysis & Research Team to execute our diverse mission of analyzing the properties of high explosive materials for groups across Los Alamos. Our team primarily focuses on a core set of techniques, periodically developing new methodologies and onboarding new instrumentation/techniques.

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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Experience with following basic wet-chemistry transformations with aqueous or nonaqueous solvents, like pH adjustment, filtering, weighting, and centrifugation.

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Experience with thermogravimetric techniques (DSC, TGA)

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Experience with instrument troubleshooting, repair, and manufacturer interaction.

+ Experience in working independently and within a team environment

+ Demonstrated knowledge of safe chemical working standards

+ Fluent in common software packages including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Origin.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

+ The ability to get a Q-clearance

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* + Familiarity with liquid chromatography techniques: LC-MS and GPC/SEC

+ Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering

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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.

** Position commitment:
** Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

** Note to Applicants:*
* + Please send a cover letter addressing how you meet all the required and desired skills when applying for the position.  A current C.V. with the minimum following information/sections is also required:
Educational background, degree dates, GPA with scale;
Work experience;
Competitive honors;
Relevant extracurricular activities;
Peer-Reviewed Publications;
Non-peer-reviewed Publications;
References.

+ Only complete applications with a cover letter and C.V. will be considered.  References will not be contacted without permission from the applicant.  For additional technical inquiries, contact Ben Davis at bldavis

** 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.*
* ** 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.

** Clearance:
** Q (Position will be cleared to this level).  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. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens.  Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

* Eligibility requirements:  To obtain a clearance, an…