Chemistry Lab Technician

Overview

Do you thrive in a highly-collaborative and dynamic scientific environment?

Does your dream job include making impactful contributions to solve today's national security challenges in a state-of-the-art chemistry research facility?

Are you an organized, self-motivated individual who is passionate about solving technical and logistical problems, leading all aspects of multiple activities, and serving as an integral member of a vibrant research team?

If so, we are seeking someone like you to join our team  are seeking a Chemistry Lab Technician for our Chemical Sciences Group, residing within the Research & Exploratory Development Department (REDD).

The Chemistry Lab Technician will support multiple technical thrust areas across our group. As part of the Research & Exploratory Development Department, our group conducts basic and applied research, in the Chemical Sciences, to make critical contributions to national security challenges. In this role, you will serve as an integral member of the group, contributing to general lab maintenance as well as sponsored projects and internal research efforts.

You will use your excellent organizational and problem-solving skills to keep processes running efficiently in our facility, coordinating service contracts, ordering consumables, and optimizing facility function.

• As a Chemistry Lab Technician, you will:
  • Assist with day-to-day laboratory operations by:
  • Managing chemical and lab supply inventory
  • Handling hazardous waste disposal
  • Supporting basic procurement needs
  • Helping ensure safe laboratory operations
  • Manage instrument maintenance schedules
• Performing tasks utilizing standard laboratory protocols under direction of technical professional staff. Tasks may include:
  • Stock solution preparation
  • Routine sample analysis via various analytical chemistry methods
  • Standard synthetic chemistry operations
  • Sample testing and characterization

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a high school diploma.
• Have 4+ years working in a chemistry laboratory environment?
• Have strong communication and collaboration skills to contribute to teams from any position.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret clearance to start and can ultimately obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have an Associate Degree and 5+ years of professional experience in the Chemical Sciences or a relevant field.
• Have formal experience working in a research facility.
• Have a demonstrated track record of productive collaborations with multidisciplinary teams.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. We offer a wide range of challenging, impactful work and a robust education assistance program. APL promotes a culture of lifelong learning. Our employees enjoy generous benefits and a healthy work–life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.

Learn more about our career opportunities apl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Us

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. We celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. We encourage diversity and inclusion across our workforce.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with…