What You Will Do

The High Explosives Science and Technology group (Q-5) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a motivated analytical chemist to analyze perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are substances that are toxic to both people and the environment, and this project aims to characterize and identify previous and/or current use of PFAS at LANL. This analysis will include method development, optimization, and validation with the use of GC-MS and LC-MS instrumentation. Therefore, knowledge and previous use of these instruments will be valuable. The candidate will apply the developed methodology to analyze PFAS within plastic bonded explosives.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Experience in gas chromatography and/or liquid chromatography preferable with mass spectrometry.

• Demonstration of a strong background in analytical chemistry.

• Written and oral communication skills as shown by a publication and/or presentation record.

• Chemometric experience (e.g., Matlab, Python, R, C++).

• An ability to work in a diverse and dynamic team environment.

• Attention to detail and safety and willingness to work with hazardous materials

Education : Candidates must have received a Ph.D in chemistry within the last five years or will have completed all degree requirements by the commencement of the appointment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with GC or LC coupled to high resolution mass spectrometry.

• Experience in multi-dimensional chromatography.

• Extensive instrumentation usage.

• Knowledge of perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Salary: Competitive salaries are based on the date the PhD degree requirements were completed or the degree was awarded. Starting salary for a new graduate is currently $92,000. For more information go to Postdoc Program website at https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/index.php .

Note to Applicants:

Interested applicants should submit a single PDF file that includes:

1. Cover letter clearly addressing all Minimum Job Requirements and Desired Qualifications listed above.

2. Current CV including publications and presentations.

Applicants must submit their materials through LANL's job portal: http://jobs.lanl.gov. In addition, we ask that you also email your CV and a cover letter expressing your interest, earliest start date, and how you meet the requirements of the position to bbaumgar@lanl.gov and cfreye@lanl.gov . No applicant is expected to have all the desired skills. Anyone who meets the minimum requirements is encouraged to apply.

LANL offers competitive salary and benefits. Details can be found here (https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/postdoc-program/postdoc-salary-guidelines.php) . Candidates may be considered for a Director's Fellowship and outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious J. Robert Oppenheimer, Richard P. Feynman, or Frederick Reines Fellowships. For general information about the application processes and LANL fellowships refer to the LANL Postdoctoral Program (http://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/postdoc-program/index.php) page.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

§ 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)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Q Clearance: Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.