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Leidos · 1 day ago

Laboratory Manager

Vandergrift, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$105K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers, and they are seeking a Laboratory Manager for their onsite USACE FUSRAP laboratory. The role involves overseeing laboratory operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards in radiochemistry and inorganic chemistry analytical programs.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Oversight of laboratory instrumentation and maintaining instrument charts

Supervision of staff to meet throughput and turnaround times; assist with hiring and training staff

Revision and development of radioanalytical and inorganic analysis methods and enhancement of instrumentation performance

Successful reporting of required Performance Evaluation Sample Analysis Programs

Maintain effective communications concerning characterization efforts internal to the laboratory and with the project team

Review and evaluate data obtained by in house methods to ensure that they meet the quality requirements associated with regulatory programs and project measurement quality objectives

Routine communication and coordination with Data Management Group (DMG) management and staff to ensure overall project data objective(s) are satisfied

Collaborate with other scientists and technical personnel in a fast-paced, flexible work environment

Utilize Windows based personal computers, instrumentation operation, data reporting, analytical calculations, and sample management

Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements

Maintain strong dedication to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics

Qualification

Radiochemistry laboratory managementData validation practicesLaboratory instrumentationMicrosoft Office proficiencyQuality assurance/control coursesCommunication skillsTeam collaborationSelf-starterAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or closely related field with 5+ years' experience in set up and operational management of a Radiochemistry laboratory, or closely related lab experience

Familiarity with industry environmental data validation practices/policies/procedures

Familiar with radiological, inorganic and organic laboratory methods, QA/QC elements and record keeping

Proficient with computer software programs including spreadsheets, database, and other Microsoft Office products

Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation including radiological counting systems and ICP/MS

Further education beyond initial scientific degree, viz. data validation practices, quality assurance/control courses, statistics

Due to contract requirements, U.S. citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status is required

Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance

Ability to obtain training and passing BeLPT blood test and medical exam for working in a Beryllium environment

Ability and willingness to work various shifts

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred

Masters in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Nuclear Chemistry, or a related discipline

Prior experience with Beryllium sample analysis using ICP-MS and Optical Fluorescence

Demonstrated knowledge and experience with modern sample preparation and separation methods used in the isotopic and elemental characterization with emphases on nuclear and inorganic materials

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory

Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs

Maintain training requirements and qualification for Radiation Worker II, HAZWOPER, and Beryllium worker training including the BeLPT

Working knowledge of DoD DOE Quality Systems Manual Requirements and experience with performing/undergoing ELAP, AIHA, and/or DOECAP audits