Scientist Associate II​/Scientist ; Geologist

Scientist Associate II / Scientist I (Geologist)

Location: US-WA-Richland

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is hiring for a Scientist Associate II (Geologist) in Richland, WA.

This position will support Navarro-ATL. Navarro-ATL is located in Richland, WA and operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. Navarro-ATL members are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD).

Navarro-ATL is seeking a licensed Geologist to provide expert support for vadose zone projects on the Hanford site. The primary responsibilities include conducting descriptive sedimentology of vadose zone sediment cores and performing particle size analyses. This position will work within the Research and Technology Development (R&TD) Organization, contributing to non-routine studies and activities.

The successful candidate will collaborate with union-represented personnel, chemists, engineers, and members of the public. The ability to qualify as a radiological worker is required.

Under general supervision:

• Assume technical responsibility for vadose program.
• Function as the technical authority for assigned methods, procedures, and study areas, including person-in-charge functions and configuration control authority.
• Synthesize sedimentologic and particle size analyses into a coherent report.
• Contribute to mineralogical analyses of Hanford tank farm samples as part of the team.
• Operate under strict deadlines to plan, organize, and manage activities in assigned areas to meet Laboratory and client schedules.
• Demonstrate diplomacy in working with others (subordinates, peers, higher management levels) to obtain desired results. Interface with groups within and outside the 222-S Laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned.

• BS degree in Geology and 2 years directly related experience, or a MS degree or higher in Geology.
• Geologist – Licensed in the state of Washington or obtain Washington state geologist license within 6 months of hire date.
• Ability to qualify as a radiological worker.
• Ability to work well as part of a team (essential).

• BS degree in geology and 7 years directly related experience, or a MS degree in geology and 5 years directly related experience, or PhD in Geology and 3 years directly related experience.
• Knowledge of sedimentology and stratigraphy of the Columbia River Basin, Washington.
• Knowledge of the sedimentology and stratigraphy of the Hanford site, Washington, is highly valued.
• Familiarity with Hanford site operations and/or U.S. Department of Energy site operations.
• Vadose zone sampling or relevant experience or education.
• Other laboratory skills and experience are also highly valued, contributing broadly to the laboratory services offered to clients. These skills might include optical microscopy, infrared and Raman spectroscopies, scanning electron microscopy, or familiarity with x-ray diffraction methods.

Grade 16: $90,150 - $113,550

Grade 18: $109,013 - $137,538

The grade level offered to the selected candidate will be based on business needs and the candidate's education, training, and/or relevant experience.

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested.

We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

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