| Job Title | | Analytical Chemistry Postdoc | | | | Location | | Los Alamos, NM, US | | | | Organization Name | | Q-5/High Explosives Science and Technology | | | | Minimum Salary | | | | | | Maximum Salary | | | | | | | | What You Will Do Q-5 is seeking a postdoctoral applicant for opportunities in high explosives characterization with a focus in analytical chemistry specifically in the areas of chromatography, mass spectrometry, and chemometrics. General areas of interest to our group include aging of plastic bonded explosives, understanding the chemical and physical relationship of polymers, and synthesis/impurity profiling in explosives. Positions will be awarded to candidates demonstrating exceptional talent with a successful collaborative and scientific track record. Responsibilities for the selected candidate will entail: Developing new chromatographic and chemometric methodologies for analysis of explosives, plastic bonded explosives (PBXs), and polymers Application of these techniques to samples of interest Contribute to internal reports, progress reports to sponsors, or technical publications in peer-reviewed journals, as appropriate to meet program objectives.
This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW). | | | | | | What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Ability to work effectively in a team with the ability to apply knowledge to a wide array of technical problems Have a track record of publications and experience presenting at conferences. Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which generally requires US citizenship. Wide array of general analytical chemistry skills Experience with a wide array of chromatography systems which may include: gas chromatography with time of flight mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography with quadrupole time of flight mass spectrometry, gel permeation chromatography Demonstrated ability to conduct high precision measurements and data acquisition are essential Desired Qualifications: Experience with explosive materials through handling or synthesis Multi-dimensional chromatography preferably in liquid chromatography Experience with chemometrics including PCA, PLS-DA, and PLS-R MATLAB, Python, or LABVIEW programming experience are useful for data acquisition and processing
Education: A PhD in analytical chemistry or closely related field within the last 5 years or soon to be completed. The candidate must have completed all Ph.D. requirements by commencement of appointment. Note to Applicants: All of the above must be addressed in the application (cover letter and CV) if it is to be considered. The application should address all of the minimum job requirements and as many desired skills are applicable. For technical questions related to this position contact: Chris Freye cfreye@lanl.gov , Geoff Brown geoffb@lanl.gov | | | | | | Where You Will WorkLANL maintains world-class science and engineering programs in support of national interests in energy, information, and national security. To create and foster innovations in science, technology, and engineering, the Lab employs the best and brightest people and provides the environment to deliver system solutions for our country's needs, now and in the future. Los Alamos is situated in the foothills of the beautiful Jemez Mountains in Northern New Mexico and is a 30 minute drive away from Santa Fe. 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 (paid sick, vacation, and holidays) § Onsite gyms and wellness programs § Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius) | | | | | | Additional DetailsDirective 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. Q Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. *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. 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. | | | | | | | | | | Employment Status | | | | | | | Appointment Type | | Postdoc | | Postdoc | | | | | |
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