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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 1 day ago

Scientist 1/2

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$104K/yr - $172K/yr

2+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The selected candidate will leverage their technical expertise within the Product Engineering group to support plutonium programs and ensure high-quality production and configuration management across the PT Division.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct assigned activities within scientific or technical research and development (R&D) in support of the Laboratory's mission

Apply scientific principles to address technical problems, develop novel techniques or principles, or analyze data or outcomes from theoretical or experimental research

Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written communications

Lead the research, design, and testing of scientific engineering solutions in support of R&D initiatives

Review technical procedures to ensure work is executed safely and securely while meeting product requirements

Apply broad and diversified knowledge of scientific and engineering principles to implement sound solutions to achieve organizational objectives

Mentor early career staff, postdocs, and students

Qualification

Scientific ExpertiseAnalytical SkillsLeadershipProject ManagementCommunication SkillsQuality ImprovementNuclear ExperienceTeamworkMentoringTechnical Documentation

Required

Basic knowledge of professional science/engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrated through experience researching, designing, testing, analyzing, verifying, and validating scientific/engineering solutions

Experience performing a broad range of complex scientific/engineering work, including experience designing a complete project, system, or component through courses or experience

Basic analytical thinking skills, as demonstrated by experience designing and executing experiments, including analyzing and interpreting data. This includes a commitment to high quality and timeliness of deliverables

Demonstrated ability to work independently in high-intensity environments with coworkers representing a variety of technical backgrounds

Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly and in ways that build understanding, respect, and trust. In PT-5 this is largely accomplished by producing internal reports and presentations

Thorough knowledge of and experience in designing, planning, and executing research and development projects

Demonstrated ability to recognize technical problems, analyze, and test to generate suitable solutions and effectively document

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing Laboratory or similar industry objectives and other statements of policy, practice, and/or procedure

Demonstrated ability to effectively lead projects and personnel to accomplish a scientific/engineering goal

Enhance technical and professional expertise of a junior staff through active mentoring and training

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 2 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 4 years of related experience

Requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related science, 2 years job-related experience, and 1 year of nuclear experience

Preferred

Demonstrated knowledge or experience working in a manufacturing or production organization requiring implementation of defined manufacturing, testing and quality requirements

Demonstrated experience working in a foundry, manufacturing, or chemical facility

Demonstrated project experience with varied technical backgrounds within a group

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in one or more technical research and development disciplines

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in formulating and presenting results to technical audiences and readerships

Demonstrated knowledge and experience with system and subsystem qualification testing and/or analysis

Demonstrated knowledge of conduct of operations principles

Demonstrated experience performing scientific/engineering work using rigorous institutional processes

Existing DOE 'Q' clearance (or similar)