INAA & SRM Analytical Scientist

National Institute of Standards and Technology; Gaithersburg, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, MD, invites applications for an Analytical Chemistry Associate Researcher. The role supports SRM and related research by performing sample dissolution, preparation, and INAA analyses with state-of-the-art instrumentation.

Responsibilities include developing analytical methods for elemental quantification of electronic scrap and data analysis for INAA.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience performing Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA) in a nuclear facility.
• Comfortable performing acid dissolutions using strong acids (HNO3, HCl, HF).
• Experience with ISO 17034 guidelines is desirable.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical methods for elemental quantification of electronic scrap.
• Data analysis and sample preparation for INAA.

Skills

INAA experience

Acid dissolution

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Tools

Genie 2000

HyperLab

Gamma-spectroscopy software

MS Office

Job description

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, MD, invites applications for an Analytical Chemistry Associate Researcher. The role supports SRM and related research by performing sample dissolution, preparation, and INAA analyses with state-of-the-art instrumentation.

Responsibilities include developing analytical methods for elemental quantification of electronic scrap and data analysis for INAA.