Post Masters RA - Chemist

The mission of the Signature Science and Technology Division is to discover the science, develop the technology, and drive operations to counter emerging national security threats.

We help the nation maintain U.S. Supremacy in detecting adversaries by building new capabilities that combine measurement and analysis, and by channeling our long-standing programs towards the detection and forensic analysis of weapons proliferation.

We help the nation deter and counter the use of weapons of mass destruction. We house a deep understanding of the nonproliferation landscape that builds on a long history of providing technical support to international treaties. We also support the nation’s nuclear deterrent by developing production methods for strategic materials.

We help the nation develop science and technology for a radically different conflict landscape. We use our deep measurement capabilities that combine measurement with theory and data analytics to move signature detection toward mission relevant speed—a speed that requires automation and produces near-real-time analysis.​​​​​​​

The position is for a trace analytical chemist to perform and develop sample separation, preparation, and analysis techniques.  The work is in support of analytical method and procedure development for trace elemental and isotopic analysis, typically by mass spectrometry.  The incumbent will be expected to perform hands-on wet chemistry, operate thermal-ionization mass spectrometers (TIMS) and contribute to proposal development efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have received a Master’s degree within the past 24 months or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university. 
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The incumbent must have a M.S. or equivalent degree in the physical sciences (analytical, radio, nuclear, or geochemistry preferred).
• Experience working with chemicals in a laboratory setting is required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work both with minimal supervision and within teams are required.
• Candidate must have excellent attention to detail and demonstrated ability for meticulous, reproducible work and documentation.
• Experience working in clean rooms, with radioactive materials, trace or micro chemistry techniques, chemical separations, and mass spectrometry (thermal ionization or multi-collector ICP-MS) are desired.
• Preference will be given to individuals with quantitative and instrumental analysis, isotope ratio or geochronometry experience.

Not applicable.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.

Requirements: 
* U.S. Citizenship
* Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
* Drug Testing:  All Security Clearance (L or Q) positions will be considered by the Department of Energy to be Testing Designated Positions which means that they are subject to applicant, random, and for cause drug testing.  In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).

Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 consecutive months can be demonstrated.

Yes

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
 

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at hr@pnnl.gov.

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation.  Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination, or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.

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