Scientist 2
- Req. Number: IRC136356
- Organization : MST-16/Nuclear Materials Science
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $101,700 - $168,200
What You Will Do
The Nuclear Materials Science Group (MST-16) is seeking outstanding and highly motivated candidates for the position of Scientist 2. MST-16 is an international leader in plutonium science and engineering and supports a variety of fundamental to applied programs, including Plutonium Modernization, Pit Surveillance, Science Programs, Life Extension programs, various global security programs, and Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) projects. MST-16 maintains a multidisciplinary expertise in actinide materials science and engages in multiple areas central to laboratory missions, including materials characterization, phase stability, mechanical and dynamic properties, aging, electronic structure, corrosion, and surface science. Our work takes place in the Plutonium Facility (PF-4), the Radiological Laboratory/Utility/Office Building (RLUOB), the Target Fabrication Facility (TFF), and numerous other facilities at LANL and across the country.
The successful candidate is expected to execute a variety of plutonium materials science investigations to expand our understanding of plutonium surface science and corrosion. Research activities will include the study of surface and bulk material behavior, gas-surface reactions, and catalytic properties of actinide materials. The candidate will be expected to contribute significantly to a variety of tasks, including data analysis and interpretation, sample preparation, authoring internal reports and technical publications in peer-reviewed journals, and supporting the successful completion of programmatic milestones and deliverables.
Scientist 2 $101,700 - $168,200
Research activities and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education and Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or a related STEM field from an accredited college or university and 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to the position. PhD degree and experience preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
Work Environment:Work near sources of ionizing radiation and use of PPE which may sparingly include a respirator.
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: For full consideration, your application must include a cover letter that addresses how you meet the job requirements, and a resume/CV.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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:
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 (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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: 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 applicable 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, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
The Nuclear Materials Science Group (MST-16) is seeking outstanding and highly motivated candidates for the position of Scientist 2. MST-16 is an international leader in plutonium science and engineering and supports a variety of fundamental to applied programs, including Plutonium Modernization, Pit Surveillance, Science Programs, Life Extension programs, various global security programs, and Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) projects. MST-16 maintains a multidisciplinary expertise in actinide materials science and engages in multiple areas central to laboratory missions, including materials characterization, phase stability, mechanical and dynamic properties, aging, electronic structure, corrosion, and surface science. Our work takes place in the Plutonium Facility (PF-4), the Radiological Laboratory/Utility/Office Building (RLUOB), the Target Fabrication Facility (TFF), and numerous other facilities at LANL and across the country.
The successful candidate is expected to execute a variety of plutonium materials science investigations to expand our understanding of plutonium surface science and corrosion. Research activities will include the study of surface and bulk material behavior, gas-surface reactions, and catalytic properties of actinide materials. The candidate will be expected to contribute significantly to a variety of tasks, including data analysis and interpretation, sample preparation, authoring internal reports and technical publications in peer-reviewed journals, and supporting the successful completion of programmatic milestones and deliverables.
Scientist 2 $101,700 - $168,200
Research activities and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:
- Plan, coordinate, and conduct materials science research studying the surface science and corrosion of plutonium.
- Acquire, analyze, and interpret data collected and communicate results via technical reports, presentations, and publications.
- Collaborate with other scientists, technicians, and engineers to support all aspects of the experimental research effort.
- Contribute to ongoing technical work, primarily focused on plutonium surface science or corrosion.
- Contribute to the completion of milestones associated with various core mission programs and fundamental R&D projects.
- Maintain existing and develop new work-authorizing documents that support your team's work.
- Assist with general laboratory processes.
- Actively participate in professional societies and working groups.
- Maintain compliance with safety, security, and environmental regulations.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Experience in one or more of the following: reaction kinetics, surface science techniques, synthesis, spectroscopy, thermophysical characterization, and/or microscopy.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively, conscientiously, and professionally both independently and in a team environment.
- Experience committing to technical and scientific excellence as well as timeliness of deliverables.
- A record of achievement through publications, reports, intellectual property, and/or other technical products.
- Ability to obtain DOE Q clearance (usually requires U.S. citizenship). and
- Ability to obtain HRP certification.
Education and Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or a related STEM field from an accredited college or university and 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to the position. PhD degree and experience preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
- Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or other relevant technical discipline, and at least one year of relevant work experience beyond the Ph.D.
- Active Q clearance and HRP.
- Documented record of working safely and responsibly in a nuclear facility or with special nuclear materials.
- Knowledge of LANL nuclear weapons program.
- Experience in handling radioactive, hazardous, and/or radioactive materials, including glovebox work.
Work Environment:Work near sources of ionizing radiation and use of PPE which may sparingly include a respirator.
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: For full consideration, your application must include a cover letter that addresses how you meet the job requirements, and a resume/CV.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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)
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 (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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: 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 applicable 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, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
