Los Alamos National Laboratory · 9 hours ago
Microscale Separations Postdoctoral Research Associate
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$97K/yr - $97K/yrLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking a postdoctoral research associate to develop analytical capabilities for nuclear forensics and environmental studies, focusing on microscale separations and mass spectrometric analysis.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop new analytical capabilities in support of in vitro bioassay, nuclear forensics and safeguards efforts associated with the analysis of environmental level samples
Support R&D programs with a primary focus on micro scale separations and sample preparation for mass spectrometric analysis
Develop novel, low background sample preparation methods for analysis of purified radioisotopes
Use and assess specialized on-line separations techniques and subsequent interfacing with mass spectrometry instrumentation
Present research work at national/international conferences as well as in relevant journal publications
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in chemical extraction procedures for chemical purification of elements prior to spectroscopy or mass spectrometry analysis
Demonstrated experience with microscale separation technologies
Ability to work creatively and independently, while also contributing effectively to the overall team efforts
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by strong publication and presentation records
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with minimum supervision
Demonstrated ability to plan/organize assignments and timely deliver results
Ability to obtain a 'Q' clearance, which requires US citizenship
PhD in chemistry, geochemistry or related fields completed within the past five years or soon to be completed
Preferred
Experience working with Python or R
Experience working in a cleanroom environment
Experience with rigorous chemical analysis using spectroscopic, analytical and/or radioanalytical techniques
Track record of problem solving in a laboratory environment
Benefits
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)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
Founded in 1943
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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