Chemist, Hazard Analysis & Analytical Research

Leidos; Maryland; On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Non-Kinetic Effects Business Area within Leidos is seeking a Chemist to support DEVCOM CBC at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The role emphasizes synthetic chemistry and toxicology with initial hazard assessments, evaluating synthesis routes, physical properties, stability, and toxicology considerations.

Responsibilities include leading or collaborating on basic and applied research, performing analytical testing across matrices, preparing standards, and generating technical reports. U.S.

Qualifications

• BS degree with 5+ years in chemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental science, chemical engineering, toxicology, materials science, or related field.
• Experience conducting laboratory research involving hazardous materials, chemical analysis, environmental fate, or related areas.
• Knowledge of chromatographic and mass-spectrometric techniques (GC‑MS, LC‑MS, LC‑MS/MS).
• Experience preparing analytical standards and supporting calibration/QA activities.
• Ability to develop lab procedures, test plans, and technical reports.
• Commitment to laboratory safety and proper waste management.

Responsibilities

• Provide principal investigator/technical lead role in basic and applied research for DEVCOM CBC threat agent sciences.
• Participate in agent operations as primary or secondary operator.
• Conduct chemical synthesis, instrumental analysis, and exposure experiments as needed.
• Analyze samples (vapor, soil, water, tissue) for target compounds using GC‑MS, LC‑MS, and LC‑MS/MS.
• Prepare analytical standards and support instrument calibration and verification.
• Document lab procedures, test plans, and progress reports.
• Manage lab operations including inventory, waste disposal, and records.
• Communicate monthly progress to customers and internal teams.

Skills

Chemistry

Toxicology

Analytical techniques

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

Master's degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

GC‑MS

LC‑MS

LC‑MS/MS

GC‑FPD

Job description

The Non-Kinetic Effects Business Area within Leidos is seeking a Chemist to support DEVCOM CBC at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The role emphasizes synthetic chemistry and toxicology with initial hazard assessments, evaluating synthesis routes, physical properties, stability, and toxicology considerations.

Responsibilities include leading or collaborating on basic and applied research, performing analytical testing across matrices, preparing standards, and generating technical reports. U.S.