Chemistry and Materials Science Technologist/Senior Technologist

We have an opening for a Chemistry and Materials Science (C/MS) Technologist/Senior Technologist working in the Plastics Group in the Materials and Nondestructive Evaluation Section (MNDE). You will provide general technical support of new and ongoing programmatic activities working independently or with team members performing equipment setup, operations, maintenance, and system testing. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, experimental execution, data collection and reporting, and management of hazardous and other materials and wastes; equipment set up and operation; general troubleshooting and maintenance supporting new and ongoing programmatic experiments while practicing good housekeeping in work and office areas.  Tasks may include the use of a respirator.  Occasional overtime and travel may be required. This position is in the Material Engineering Division (MED) within the Engineering directorate.   

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will 

• Provide general technical support to scientists and senior technical personnel in chemical and material sampling, sample preparation, analysis, characterization, experimental execution, data collection and/or in the management of hazardous and/or mixed wastes.
• Provide solutions to moderately complex technical problems under general supervision.
• Use a variety of laboratory mechanical and thermal analysis equipment, and scientific apparatus.
• Maintain documentation of systems and experimental records which include analyzing data, keeping laboratory notes, preparing data summaries of results, and identifying and resolving problems.
• Apply intermediate level skills and knowledge of chemistry/materials science technologies and processes, including interpreting and utilizing laboratory equipment.
• Follow and adhere to written, operational, and safety procedures accordance with ES&H, security, and other laboratory requirements and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the 504.3 Level

• Working under minimal supervision to provide advanced solutions to complex technical problems under minimal supervision.
• Use mechanical, electro-mechanical, optical, scientific apparatus, and instrumentation systems.
• Apply advanced skills and knowledge of technologies to interpret requirements and processes, identify and analyze results.
• May have technical lead authority/responsibilities, set priorities, schedules, and requirements.
• Acquire, analyze, and interpret complex data.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Associate’s degree in chemistry, materials science, engineering, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience providing general technical analysis and/or processing support in chemical and material sampling, sample preparation, analysis, and characterization.
• Experience using computer-controlled instruments.
• Elementary understanding of chemistry, materials science, and engineering technologies as applied to specific applications.
• Intermediate level skills and experience operating chemistry/materials science and shop equipment.
• Knowledge of maintaining, calibrating, and measurements using scientific instruments.
• Possess effective writing, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively.
• Experience with personal computers, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other associated software.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Additional qualifications at the 504.3 Level

• Basic understanding of chemistry/materials science technologies as applied to specific applications.
• Advanced skills and experience operating chemistry/materials science equipment.
• Experience maintaining, calibrating, and performing measurements using scientific instruments.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience working with polymeric materials and general knowledge of techniques used in their characteristics.
• Experience with computer-aided design, MATLAB, Minitab, KaleidaGraph, Origin or similar programming/data software.
• Experience with maintaining and operating thermal analysis and mechanical test equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Materials, or Mechanical Technology.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

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• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
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This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

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External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

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