Impactful Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist & Chemist

US-Mine-Safety-and-Health-Administratio

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) within the Department of Labor seeks qualified candidates for advanced laboratory roles in its Analytical and Laboratory Division in Seattle. Positions require expertise with XRD, FTIR, and ICP‑OES, plus a strong foundation in physical sciences and math.

Candidates should demonstrate experience with mining-related analytical tasks and laboratory quality control.

Qualifications

  • Degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics with relevant coursework

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute complex laboratory projects involving respirable dust and mining environments

Skills

XRD
FTIR
ICP-OES
Analytical chemistry
Industrial hygiene sampling

Education

Physical science / engineering / mathematics degree with 24 semester hours
Chemistry coursework incl. calculus & physics

Tools

Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrophotometer
Elemental Carbon Analyzer

Job description

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) within the Department of Labor seeks qualified candidates for advanced laboratory roles in its Analytical and Laboratory Division in Seattle. Positions require expertise with XRD, FTIR, and ICP‑OES, plus a strong foundation in physical sciences and math.

Candidates should demonstrate experience with mining-related analytical tasks and laboratory quality control.

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