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Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Technician

Consolidated Nuclear Security

Job Location:

Oak Ridge, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 22 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 19 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Oak Ridge TN
Job Title: Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Technician
Career Level:Entry Staff Member
Job Specialty: Laboratory Technology

What Youll Do

Under the direction of laboratory manager and senior staff:

Conducts routine and non-routine analysis of bioassay samples via various methodologies to identify the potential presence of radionuclides.
Performs laboratory tests and assist in the analysis of samples.
Calibrates operates maintains and may assist in troubleshooting equipment in the laboratory.
Collects reduces and evaluates data.
Enters data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Prepares various reports and assist in procedural development and modification.
Assist in analyzing and evaluating technical problems in developing experimental outlines and in scheduling analyses.
May assist in developing new and revised procedures and techniques.
Helps prepare reagents standards and stock chemicals as needed.
Performs routine housekeeping jobs to support overall cleanliness of the laboratory.
Will use basic laboratory equipment such as pipettes balances hotplates ovens and furnaces to perform lab tasks.
Must follow written procedures and function independently after proper training.

What You Can Expect

Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
Top-notch dedicated colleagues
Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
Career advancement and professional development programs
Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

Minimum Job Requirements

Associates degree in related discipline.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in chemistry laboratory or technical field.
In addition the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e. High School diploma; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative).

Preferred Job Requirements

Must have two years of college chemistry basic knowledge of computer operations and software such as Microsoft Office.
Requires the ability to work in a team environment and have good communication skills. Applicants must provide resume and transcripts.
Applicant must be able to obtain Radiation Worker 2 status.
Background in radiochemistry preparation methods and/or use and operation of radiochemistry instrumentation is preferred.

Why Y-12

You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan prescription drug plan vision plan dental plan employer matched 401(k) savings plan disability coverage education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace at Y-12 you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.

Notes

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

If a range of Career Levels is posted i.e. Senior Associate to Senior Specialist internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.

Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712) which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

This position may be categorized as a designated position identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709 requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical drug screening and background investigation. As an employee you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin protected veteran status or disability.

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