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Research Technologist 1/2

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$87,800–$143,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Develop Methodologies, Documentation, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Laboratory, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Operations Security (OPSEC), Organizational Skills, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Quality Assurance, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Standards, Team Player, Technical Research, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, Vision Plan, Waste Management
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
6 days ago
What You Will Do

The Chemistry Division's Actinide Analytical Chemistry Group, (C-AAC), is seeking chemical laboratory technologists. Our capabilities serve the Laboratory's core national security mission areas of weapons science and threat reduction. We are seeking applicants who are committed to LANL's safety and security standards, can perform high quality work, provide excellent customer service and possess good documentation and communication skills.

Successful applicants will routinely work to characterize, neutralize and absorb nuclear material while working with technicians, technologists and scientists in a production-oriented environment focused on characterization of actinide residues.

This position will be filled at either the Research Technologist 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

Research Technologist 1 $87,800-$143,000

The successful candidate will:
  • Conduct technical work in the associated facilities independently, as directed by their supervisor, after completion of initial qualification
  • Work with nuclear material in gloveboxes and hoods.
  • Perform waste management support in CMR and RLUOB.
  • Be detail oriented in record keeping.
  • Perform duties independently with diligent record keeping.
  • Perform pH, nitrate, chemical oxygen on demand, and radiological screening of aqueous solutions.
  • Understands and adheres to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance and governance specific to the work and work area to which assigned.
  • The technologist will perform work and follow procedures in accordance with all applicable safety and security practices in a nuclear facility.
  • Work is directly related to national security objectives and requires the individual to protect and maintain sensitive or classified information.

Research Technologist 2 $96,600-$158,000

In addition to the duties outlined above, the (Research Technologist 2) will be required to:
  • Prepare documentation for ensuring regulatory compliance with partnering organizations.
  • Lead reviewing activities of personnel, ensures work, materials, processes and final product meet quality specifications and are completed according to established requirements.
  • Contributes to the development of techniques and the fulfillment of goals.
  • Resolves problems of moderately complex scope requiring review of a variety of factors.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Experience working in nuclear facilities
  • Experience working with corrosive and hazardous material.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Computer skills including use of Microsoft office products
  • Experience demonstrating good communication skills.
  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • Experience working in a highly regulated work environment.
  • Experience using various personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirator work.
  • Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship.

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Additional Job Requirements for Research Technician 2:

In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the Research Technician 2 level requires:
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative and complete assignments with minimum direction

Research Technologist 1 Education Required:

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Research Technologist 2 Education Required:

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a High School Diploma.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience working with Plutonium.
  • Glovebox worker experience in a nuclear facility.
  • Experience working under an NQA-1 or equivalent quality assurance program.


Essential Job Functions(can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):

Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 hz); Standing; Bending; Climbing stairs; Use of both hands, arms, legs feet; Lifting 20-30 pounds.

Work Environment:

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.

Work Schedule: This position may require extended hours which could involve working a shift schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift assignments are at the discretion of the manager.

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:

To be formally considered you must attach a cover letter that addresses the minimum and desired job requirements of this advertisement.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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)
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(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.

426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, 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 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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.

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