Chemistry Technician

Description

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Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

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Are you a skilled Chemistry Technician looking for a rewarding opportunity to support our nation's naval personnel? Leidos Military & Veterans Health Solutions Group is seeking a talented Chemistry Technician to join our team at the Naval Submarine Medical Research Laboratory (NSMRL) in Groton, Connecticut. The NSMRL conducts groundbreaking research and investigates the effects of medical, psychological, and performance issues associated with the health and performance of our brave naval personnel in operational and non-operational settings. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside the principal scientist(s) in the Submarine Medicine and Survival Systems Department, specifically in the areas of submarine atmospheric monitoring and evaluation of new methods of air sampling. Apply today to make a difference in the lives of our nation's dedicated naval personnel!

Your greatest work is ahead!

The Mission
Recognized as a Top 10 Health IT provider, the Leidos Health Group draws on decades of success to deliver a range of solutions and services designed to meet the healthcare challenges of today. From the research bench to the patient bedside, we are a company of scientists, engineers, and technologists delivering a broad range of impactful, customizable, and scalable solutions to hospitals and health systems, biomedical organizations, and every U.S. federal agency focused on health. Leidos works with customers across the continuum of care to improve clinical, operational, and financial outcomes with innovative solutions that advance the next generation of care. Our mission is to contribute to creating a healthier world. To explore and learn more, click here!

Are you ready to join a team dedicated to a mission? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!

The Challenge:

• Assist with submarine atmosphere monitoring research.

• Execute research protocols in aid of research objectives, including sampling of the air for chemical and particulate exposure.

• Analyze data, in collaboration with principal investigators, towards project objectives and then incorporate these analyses in reports and presentations.

• Interact with outside customers and researchers.

• Support subcontracted projects through execution.

• Test, evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and calibrate equipment.

• Install, configure, and debug any issues with laboratory setups used to perform testing of chemical sensing systems.

• Establish standard operating procedures for the safe and effective operation of said chemical testing setups.

• Test and characterize the above-mentioned chemical testing setup.

• Test and characterize handheld, wearable, and passive gas detectors using the above-mentioned chemical testing setup.

• Collect, organize, and perform routine data analysis, and verify/correct data entry.

• Maintain clear and accurate inventories and logbooks; collect and record detailed observations about experiments.

• Assist with preparation of technical reports, summaries, posters, data presentation, and protocols.

• Conduct literature searches on identified topics relevant to current laboratory practices/protocols.

• Assist in scheduling and operation of laboratory equipment.

• Maintain compliance with established laboratory health and safety guidelines, as well as established methods/procedures.

• Work primarily performed on a government installation. The normal work week is Monday through Friday 0800 to 1630. 

• Some offsite travel (~10%) may be required for data collection efforts, presentations, etc. 

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related fields with 0-2+ years of relevant experience.

• Documented evidence of research methods experience (Bachelor's thesis or coursework in research methods).

• Required to acquire, at a minimum, a SECRET classification access level. Preference will be given to a candidate who already has this clearance level. 

• Due to Federal contract requirements, US citizenship is required.

• Demonstrated ability to interact and effectively communicate both written and orally with a wide variety of people.

You Might Also Have:

• Familiarity with HIPAA, PHI/PII compliance, etc. is highly desired.

• Experience in industrial hygiene or environmental sampling; handling air samples and processing them.

• Computer literacy, Microsoft Office proficiency, and working knowledge of statistical software preferred.

• Foundational and theoretical comprehension of general scientific principles.

• Experience in a human subject research setting and experience in the US federal government system is highly desired.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We’d like to learn more about you, apply today!

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 47,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.   For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.