Analytical Chemist

Position Purpose The purpose of this position is to provide analytical chemistry subject matter expertise to one or more chemistry-based applied research projects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develops and validates analytical methods using thermal desorption (TD), gas chromatography (GC), liquid chromatography (LC), ion chromatography (IC), mass spectrometry (MS), and microscopy. Performs troubleshooting and non‑routine maintenance on TD, GC, LC, IC, MS, and microscopy instrumentation. Ensures the readiness of TD, GC, LC, IC, MS, and microscopy instrumentation. Facilitates the stand‑up of new analytical instrumentation. Leads meetings with company clients by preparing and presenting meeting materials in meetings. Develops innovative solutions to complex problems. Develops improvements to currently used processes and analysis methods. Trains, leads, and mentors junior level scientists to execute analytical chemistry tasks. Performs wet chemistry (dilutions, extractions, etc.). Composes, reviews, and executes test plans and standard operating procedures. Composes and reviews technical reports. Performs literature reviews. Safely handles explosives and other hazardous materials. Sources materials and submits purchase requests. Other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new things. Previous experience with TD, GC, LC, IC, or MS. Excellent working knowledge of TD, GC, LC, IC, and MS. Technical writing, presentation, verbal communication, and listening skills. Education/Experience Incumbent professional should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry with five to ten years of analytical chemistry experience or a graduate degree (masters or PhD) chemistry with up to five years of experience. Certificates and Licenses None Clearance The ability to obtain a Secret clearance and Department of Homeland Security suitability is required for this position. Supervisory Responsibilities The incumbent professional has little to no supervisory responsibilities. Working Conditions/ Equipment The incumbent professional is expected to work and/or be available during regular business hours. He/she should also generally be available via e‑mail or phone during non‑business hours as needed to address critical issues or emergencies. He/she may be required to travel on behalf of the company up to 25%. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. #J-18808-Ljbffr