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Seeking an entry level Chemist with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or other related scientific field and some familiarity and experience working in a lab environment, such as experience in a laboratory bench setting during two semesters of a lab class. Their efforts will support the advancement of the state-of-the-art in rocket propulsion technology, and this role requires interfacing with a Highly Respected Air Force Science customer workforce and working in a team environment together with other technical professionals and scientific researchers. This is a full-time position with benefits that you can enroll in which includes - Health, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, 401k, 11 Paid Holidays, PTO, and Paid Sick Leave. The salary range for this position is $52K to $86K.

+ Provide support in the synthesis of energetic materials including sample processing and analysis.

+ Provide support in daily laboratory operations such as preparing stock solutions, disposing of hazardous materials properly, monitoring and replenishing inventory of laboratory supplies.

+ Operate related analytical instrumentation and software including Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy.

+ Maintain an organized, clean, and safe lab environment/workspace and adhere to laboratory and chemical safety requirements

+ Learn new techniques and technologies as appropriate

+ Coordinate with other lab personnel to ensure current priorities and daily plan of action.

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

+ Must have good knowledge and hands-on experience in organic chemistry including general wet laboratory practices.

+ Must have a comprehensive understanding of traditional and contemporary organic synthesis techniques.

+ Must have good mechanical acumen.

+ Must have good problem solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

+ Must be comfortable working with energetic materials and hazardous chemicals.

+ Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

+ Strong willingness to learn and master new tools and skills.

+ Ability to follow detailed protocols and procedures

+ Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

+ Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

+ Able to adjust workload based on changing priorities

+ Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and the ability to learn new software

+ Must be a United States Citizen

+ Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance

Essential Functions

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position

+ Lifting: Up to 25 pounds for short durations (<10%)

+ Climbing: No

+ Crawling: No

+ Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Chemical laboratory PPE (60%)

+ Unusual physical requirements: No

+ High noise level: No

+ Other: Extended periods of standing or sitting.

Description of Work Environment

+ Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Primarily inside (90%)

+ Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: No

+ Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Yes, energetic materials

+ Travel/transportation requirements: Driver’s License

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks

+ Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Yes, various, 10-40%

+ Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: Car (10%)

+ Tools used in trade - which ones?: No

Criticality of Attendance

+ Overtime, regular days, off days: No

+ Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: 1st

+ Necessity for regular attendance: Yes

+ Urgency for punctuality: Yes