Description
Midwest Research Institute (MRI), established in 1944, is an internationally acclaimed center for basic and applied research as well as technology development. The work of our dedicated staff of scientists, engineers, and analysts transforms scientific and technological advances into solutions that benefit government and industry. We partner with clients to provide scientific and technical resources to solve complex problems related to national security and defense, health sciences (including health assessment, pharmaceutical product development, nutraceutical and natural product research, and proteomics), engineering, systems integration, technology development, agriculture and food safety, and energy. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, MRI has more than 1,800 employees. The headquarters comprises 260,000 square feet of corporate, administrative, and research facilities. More than 100 laboratories are equipped with scientific equipment and instrumentation worth $30 Million. Besides the main laboratories and corporate headquarters in Kansas City, MRI has two rural field stations for conducting agricultural research and projects involving hazardous operations. MRI also has offices and laboratories in Palm Bay, Florida; Falls Church, Virginia; and Rockville and Frederick, Maryland. In addition, MRI operates and manages the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Colorado for the U.S. Department of Energy.
MRI has an opening for an Assistant Chemist which will provide basic technical support required for a project by conducting preliminary analysis of collected data and contributes as needed to research proposals and reports. Conducts experimental work on projects; sets up the procedure and performs the experiment based on established protocols, developed procedures, or experimental designs; keeps records of experiments performed and all data collected. Reviews data for accuracy and completeness. Conducts standard data analyses as directed by project leader. Analyzes, checks, tests, and evaluates data. Performs peer review of data. Basic understanding of the technical discipline and general understanding of the nature and operation of the contract research business.
Qualifications:
- Hold a B.S./B.A. in Chemistry (or related field)
- Have experience in preparatory techniques for the creation of calibration standards and sample extracts
- Prefer experience with GC/MS or LC/MS analytical techniques
- Be knowledgeable in the fundamentals of quantitative analysis measurement methods
- Be goal-oriented and mindful of detail
Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In order to meet the government security investigation requirements, U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
