Los Alamos National Laboratory · 1 day ago
Research Technician 3/4
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$71K/yr - $113K/yr
3+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory is looking for highly motivated, customer service focused technicians to join the Non-Destructive Assay-Vault Operations. The Research Technician will be responsible for handling nuclear material, ensuring safety and compliance, and performing various non-destructive assay testing in laboratory and in-situ settings.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Radiological safety, inventory systems, hand tools, PPE usage
Willingness to perform hands-on work with appropriate PPE, perform occasional respirator work, understand, and follow procedures
Attendance and punctuality are key to this role
Ability to complete and maintain training, including ability to pass computer and oral examinations
Understand and adhere to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance
Experience working with applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
Put safety and security at the forefront of every task, maintain compliance with safety and security requirements
Promote a mutually respectful work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
Attention to detail in recording measurement results in logbooks and databases
Compliantly handle and transport nuclear material
Solid understanding of technical concepts, including radiological materials handling, electronic imaging, and materials characterization and testing
Ability to work effectively and professionally in a high-performance team environment while completing requests from multiple organizations
Possess high attention to detail including strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, observation skills and problem-solving skills
Ability to perform non-destructive measurements on nuclear material and analyze data
Ability to learn and understand various criticality safety postings and handle nuclear material in accordance with postings
Operation, calibration and troubleshooting of in-line assay instrumentation, including balances, solution assay instruments, and thermal neutron counters; operation and calibration of neutron counters, gamma isotopic and calorimetry instruments; material moves with compliant long term vault storage and retrieval
Write and maintain records, write concise progress reports, and interact frequently with processing organizations
Safely handle radioactive materials and chemicals in glove boxes and or in a laboratory setting
Follow detailed Operating Procedures and formality of operations for conducting work in a Nuclear Facility
Protect nuclear materials and classified information in a secure environment
Perform transactions on the LANMAS computer system and conduct activities in accordance with environmental regulations
Provide general operational support, including nuclear criticality safety, material control and accountability, glovebox maintenance, radiological protection and waste minimization and management
Provide training and oversight for new technicians
Qualification
Required
Knowledge and or experience working in hazardous environments
Ability to work effectively, conscientiously, and professionally in a high-performance team environment that exhibit collaborative behavior
Experience interacting and communicating both written and orally
Ability to proactively work to assist others in achieving the organizations objectives
Knowledge and experience in required safety practices for work assignments
Ability to follow safeguards & security procedures in accordance with the Laboratory's Integrated Safety and Security Management (ISSM) practices utilizing guidelines, training, and procedures
Understanding and knowledge of computer systems and applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
Ability to acquire and maintain all required certifications and trainings related to work within Plutonium Facility
Demonstrated success in providing good customer service
Radiological safety, inventory systems, hand tools, PPE usage
Willingness to perform hands-on work with appropriate PPE, perform occasional respirator work, understand, and follow procedures
Attendance and punctuality are key to this role
Ability to complete and maintain training, including ability to pass computer and oral examinations
Understand and adhere to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance
Experience working with applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
Put safety and security at the forefront of every task, maintain compliance with safety and security requirements
Promote a mutually respectful work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
Attention to detail in recording measurement results in logbooks and databases
Compliantly handle and transport nuclear material
Solid understanding of technical concepts, including radiological materials handling, electronic imaging, and materials characterization and testing
Ability to work effectively and professionally in a high-performance team environment while completing requests from multiple organizations
Possess high attention to detail including strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, observation skills and problem-solving skills
Ability to perform non-destructive measurements on nuclear material and analyze data
Ability to learn and understand various criticality safety postings and handle nuclear material in accordance with postings
Operation, calibration and troubleshooting of in-line assay instrumentation, including balances, solution assay instruments, and thermal neutron counters; operation and calibration of neutron counters, gamma isotopic and calorimetry instruments; material moves with compliant long term vault storage and retrieval
Write and maintain records, write concise progress reports, and interact frequently with processing organizations
Safely handle radioactive materials and chemicals in glove boxes and or in a laboratory setting
Follow detailed Operating Procedures and formality of operations for conducting work in a Nuclear Facility
Protect nuclear materials and classified information in a secure environment
Perform transactions on the LANMAS computer system and conduct activities in accordance with environmental regulations
Provide general operational support, including nuclear criticality safety, material control and accountability, glovebox maintenance, radiological protection and waste minimization and management
Provide training and oversight for new technicians
Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs
Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as respirator protection, safety glasses, anti-contamination clothing
Ability to use stairways, fixed ladders, and ladders up to six feet
Free from chronic wounds or chronic rashes which disrupt the integrity of the skin that would prevent safe entry into radiological areas
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires an Associate's Degree and a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires an Associate's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
Knowledge and/or experience working in hazardous environments such as those involving radiological or fissile materials
Experience working with classified information or material
Proven knowledge and implementation of required safety practices for work assignments
Benefits
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 (PTO)
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
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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