Physical Chemistry & Spectroscopy Technologist (Research Technologist 2)
- Req. Number: IRC132412
- Organization : C-PCS/Physical Chem and Applied Spectroscopy
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $92,300 - $151,000
- Recruiter Name: Tafoya, Hannah Jean
- Recruiter Email: hjtafoya@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
The Physical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy (C-PCS) group at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is looking for a talented and experimentally adept technologist in the field of spectroscopy. Our group engages in multi-disciplinary research focused on the use of spectroscopy to investigate a variety of complex problems. Focused areas of research include biology, remote sensing, explosives, nanoparticle science, and space applications. The group is seeking technologists with expertise in one or more of these focused areas of research. The chosen candidates may assist multiple investigators spanning these diverse teams.
The candidate will have the opportunity to work on world class science efforts, based on their area of technical expertise. This may involve performing spectroscopic characterization of materials and processes, or developing materials for remote sensing applications in the interest of national security. The successful candidate will deisgn and execute experiments in concert with the project principal investigators, will be responsible for data accrual and reporting and in some instances may be delegated to lead specific aspects of a project. The candidate will have administrative responsibilities that surround the performance of complex experimental work - such as ordering, maintaining equipment, seeking approvals for new operations or renewal of previous operations, installation and maintaining new equipment, training of new personnel, and sometimes, responsibilities of management of the laboratory. In addition to performing experiments and data reporting, they will also be expected to contribute to the analysis of the data, contribute ideas to proposals, and may co-author scientific publications
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Desired Qualifications:
Work Environment: Outdoors in a wide range of temperatures and environments, Operation of Motor Vehicles
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: Depending on the specific project and program, the selected individuals may need to participate in travel as a part of their position, work outdoors in widely ranging ambient temperatures, and operate motor vehicles. While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grown into the full salary band over time.
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:
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. 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 or Q/SCI (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 individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
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 law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
The Physical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy (C-PCS) group at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is looking for a talented and experimentally adept technologist in the field of spectroscopy. Our group engages in multi-disciplinary research focused on the use of spectroscopy to investigate a variety of complex problems. Focused areas of research include biology, remote sensing, explosives, nanoparticle science, and space applications. The group is seeking technologists with expertise in one or more of these focused areas of research. The chosen candidates may assist multiple investigators spanning these diverse teams.
The candidate will have the opportunity to work on world class science efforts, based on their area of technical expertise. This may involve performing spectroscopic characterization of materials and processes, or developing materials for remote sensing applications in the interest of national security. The successful candidate will deisgn and execute experiments in concert with the project principal investigators, will be responsible for data accrual and reporting and in some instances may be delegated to lead specific aspects of a project. The candidate will have administrative responsibilities that surround the performance of complex experimental work - such as ordering, maintaining equipment, seeking approvals for new operations or renewal of previous operations, installation and maintaining new equipment, training of new personnel, and sometimes, responsibilities of management of the laboratory. In addition to performing experiments and data reporting, they will also be expected to contribute to the analysis of the data, contribute ideas to proposals, and may co-author scientific publications
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in experimental spectroscopic measurements - preferably using more than one type of measurement platform or system, e.g. include techniques such as UV/Vis, IR-NIR, FTIR, LIBS, Raman (SERS), Fluorescence (multiphoton), ultrafast tunable lasers, transient absorption, and others.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience handling complex samples of relevance to the research within one or more of the group's focus areas-Chemical (organic, inorganic, nanoparticles), Biological (BSL2), Radiological, Nanomaterials, and Explosives
- Demonstrated knowledge of scientific principles, experimental processes, mathematical formulas, computations and data gathering methods.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques for the projects in hand
- Experience in designing and curating experimental protocols
- Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship
- For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive cover letter reflective of your relevant experience to the job requirements and desired qualifications stated above.
Desired Qualifications:
- Existing clearance of a Q and SCI
- Experience working outdoors
- Experience with the safety &/or sustainability envelope for complex scientific operations - facilities interface, waste management, and environmental compliance as examples.
- Demonstrated technical agility - and ability to adapt to changing experimental landscapes
- Strong work ethic and team oriented
Work Environment: Outdoors in a wide range of temperatures and environments, Operation of Motor Vehicles
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: Depending on the specific project and program, the selected individuals may need to participate in travel as a part of their position, work outdoors in widely ranging ambient temperatures, and operate motor vehicles. While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grown into the full salary band over time.
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 maternity and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO)
- 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. 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 or Q/SCI (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 individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
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 law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
