Scientist (NWS 00807)
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Job Title: Scientist Spectroscopy (NWS 00807)
THIS POSITION IS SHORT TERM MAX 1000 HOURS PER CALENDAR YEAR
North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science technology and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customers mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.
Qualified applicants must be a US citizen at least 18 years of age and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals drug screen and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.
Successful candidates will be employees of NWS a premier government contractor charged with employing highly-motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore CA. Though employed by NWS the employee will take day-to-day direction from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. Pay benefits Human Resource and Employment Management functions are provided by NWS.
The Engineering Directorate has an opening within the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED) for a Scientist with a strong background in laser spectroscopy. The successful candidate will be a subject-matter expert in the area of experimental laser spectroscopy and the atomic spectroscopy of actinide materials. DTED has various projects that require the support of a senior laser spectroscopist. The successful candidate will report to the DTED Associate Division Leader and will work independently to provide guidance to others and provide review of deliverables.
This position may require the employee to have the flexibility to work overtime shift and/or weekends to accomplish goals. The selected candidate will be required to pass various on-site training modules to pursue work assignments.
Essential Duties
- Review and analyze atomic spectroscopy data while providing technical expertise on the design of new laser spectroscopy experiments including technical analysis and interpretation of the results.
- Recommend improvements to process or design that enable success in experimental or design activities.
- Effectively work with a team of scientists and technicians on analyzing actinide spectroscopy data to design new experiments supporting national security missions.
- Deliver creative and unique solutions to difficult problems and act as a strong mentor providing guidance that is impactful to others development.
- Attend technical reviews review experiment design review email observe operations in laboratory or in the field.
- Effectively impact team members and peers with technical expert level knowledge.
- Support interpretation of experiment results ensuring scientific rigor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills Knowledge and Abilities
- Ph.D. in Chemistry Biology or other related scientific fields with a minimum of 10 years of experience in experimental design or laser spectroscopy.
- Previous knowledge and experience of LLNS policies and procedures.
- Deep knowledge of atomic spectroscopy laser spectroscopic methods and laser engineering especially in the area of actinide spectroscopy.
- Experience working on laser development nonlinear optics atomic and molecular spectroscopy.
- Ability to work within a diverse team environment.
- Subject matter expert in actinide laser spectroscopy with expert documentation skills.
- Ability to utilize Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint. Custom software or scripts (e.g. MATLAB or Python).
Special Requirements
Pre-Placement Medical Exam: A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
Pre-employment drug test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post offer pre-employment drug test.
Anticipated Clearance Level: Q(position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or addition all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country) you may be required to renounce your non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.
North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) with company match generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company we are committed to employee wellness professional development and work-life balance. We value safety reliability and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact our Helpline 1- for assistance.
North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability veteran status genetic data religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Employment Type
Part-Time
