Trace Element ICP-MS Analyst

What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Research Technologist 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

Research Technologist 1 ($87,800-$143,000)

The successful candidate will independently prepare samples for trace element analysis and perform elemental analysis using high-resolution ICP-MS (HR-ICP-MS). Responsibilities include conducting data reduction and calculations, preparing accurate and comprehensive data reports, and maintaining detailed laboratory records to support quality control and quality assurance standards. The role also involves maintaining chemistry laboratory equipment, assisting technical staff with vendors and service technicians for equipment procurement and repairs, and troubleshooting issues of moderate complexity.

The candidate will collaborate with team members across multiple projects while contributing to a productive, organized, and safety-focused laboratory environment. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support research objectives.

Research Technologist 2 ($96,600-$158,000)

At this level, the successful candidate will take a leading role in developing and implementing new analytical methods for novel materials. This includes designing and validating analysis protocols, performing advanced data reduction, and delivering technical reports to internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will also serve as a technical lead for laboratory instrumentation, overseeing equipment performance and reliability. This includes coordinating with vendors and service engineers, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring minimal downtime through proactive maintenance strategies.

In addition to core responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to shape and lead independent research projects, contribute to technical direction, and present findings to project sponsors and at scientific conferences.

What You Need

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in trace element analysis using HR-ICP-MS instrumentation of geologic or inorganic samples including routine data reduction
• Experience preparing samples in a clean room setting
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment
• Experience performing quality control evaluation of analytical data
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative, dynamic research environment
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship

Additional Job Requirements for Research Technologist 2:

• Demonstrated ability to interpret trace element data and prepare detailed reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Experience developing analytical procedures including data reduction for novel materials

Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Previous experience with dissolution procedures of samples
• Demonstrated experience with measuring trace elements in U matrices and/or other radiological samples
• Proficient in establishing new analytical methods for new, unique material types with minimal oversight
• Experience with other ICP-MS platforms including, Q-ICP-MS, QQQ-ICP-MS, and/or MC-ICP-MS

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Color discrimination
• Depth perception
• Reading vision
• Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 GHz)
• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping
• Reaching overhead, horizontally, and down
• Applying torque with hands or arms
• Gripping with the hands
• Typing or keyboarding
• Fine motor control
• Use of both hands and arms
• Lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds

Work Environment:

• Work in a noisy environment
• Work near…