Chemical Hygiene Officer (Research Technologist 2)

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); Sur place; USD 97 000 - 158 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance (PPO or HDHP)

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

401(k) with matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and PTO

Onsite gyms

Relocation assistance

Résumé du poste

Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks a Research Technologist 2 to support Sigma Operations through chemical management, safety, compliance, and process improvement. You will identify moderate problems, implement improved processes, and provide best-practice guidance for the division.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience, with a focus on standardizing procedures, inventories, labeling, and regulatory compliance. Onsite work in Los Alamos, NM is expected.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge in chemical management, safety/compliance, materials handling, or related field.
• Experience developing or improving processes that align with regulatory requirements (10 CFR 851, OSHA 29 CFR 1910).
• Ability to build stakeholder buy-in and guide others in adopting new processes.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, security, and compliance.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement chemical management safety program for Sigma, standardizing procedures and tools.
• Lead analysis of processes to identify gaps and implement solutions to improve safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with technical staff and stakeholders to resolve chemical management issues.
• Develop procedures and job aids aligning with DOE/NNSA and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze chemical inventory and storage data to identify trends and corrective actions.
• Communicate requirements and recommendations to management and staff.

Connaissances

Chemical management

Safety/compliance

Materials management

Process improvement

Communication

Safety culture

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Description du poste

What You Will Do

Support Sigma Operations through technical process development and improvement, focusing on chemical management, safety, compliance, and operational effectiveness. This role will work to identify and resolve moderately complex problems, develop and implement improved processes, and provide chemical best practice guidance for Sigma Division.

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

• Develop and implement a chemical management safety program for Sigma, including, but not limited to:
  • Standardize procedures, guidance, and tools
  • Formalize chemical inventory, handling, storage, labeling, and disposition
  • Maintain time-sensitive chemical testing and Safety Basis requirements
  • Perform regularly scheduled ECHOs (Engage, Communicate, Hear, & Observe) to engage staff in identification of safety concerns
• Assess existing processes and practices, identify gaps or risks, and lead the development and implementation solutions that improve safety, compliance, and operational effectiveness
• Work with technical staff, chemical owners, subject matter experts, and other operations staff to resolve chemical management issues and implement division-wide processes
• Develop and maintain procedures and job aids that align with Laboratory, DOE/NNSA, safety, security and regulatory requirements
• Analyze chemical inventory, storage locations, and other operational data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and areas requiring corrective action
• Communicate requirements and recommendations to management, technical staff, and stakeholders

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated technical knowledge and experience in chemical management, safety/compliance, materials management, waste and/or related technical field
• Experience developing, implementing, or improving processes or procedures that align with regulatory requirements (governed by 10 CFR 851 and OSHA 29 CFR 1910)
• Demonstrated ability to build stakeholder buy-in, communicate expectations, and guide personnel in adopting and implementing new processes and practices
• Strong organizational, technical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to safety, security, and compliance

Education/Experience: 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

• Experience with chemical management or chemical inventory systems, such as ChemDB
• Experience working in a highly regulated environment
• Experience with chemical safety, Safety Basis, and/or chemical waste management
• Active Q clearance

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 year.

Note to Applicants

For full consideration, submit a comprehensive cover letter and resume detailing how you meet the minimum and desired job skills.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.