Onsite ICP-MS Technologist — Nuclear Forensics & R&D

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 85,900 - 139,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

Onsite gyms

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Research Technologist to support operational and R&D efforts in stable and radioisotope measurements, focusing on ICP-MS instruments. This role involves sample preparation, instrument operation, and collaboration on projects related to nuclear forensics and weapons programs.

The position offers a competitive salary, with additional responsibilities for higher-level roles, and requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field plus relevant experience.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and comprehensive 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in inorganic mass spectrometry analysis using ICP-MS.
• Experience preparing samples for isotopic analysis.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
• Experience performing mass spectrometry data collection and quality control evaluation.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support operational and R&D efforts in stable and radioisotope measurements.
• Operate quadrupole and multicollector ICP-MS instruments.
• Collaborate with team members on projects in nuclear forensics and weapons programs.
• Report preparation and engagement with external sponsors.

Skills

Inorganic mass spectrometry analysis

Sample preparation

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Mass spectrometry data collection

Effective communication

Ability to obtain Q clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ICP-MS

TIMS

AMS

SIMS

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Research Technologist to support operational and R&D efforts in stable and radioisotope measurements, focusing on ICP-MS instruments. This role involves sample preparation, instrument operation, and collaboration on projects related to nuclear forensics and weapons programs.

The position offers a competitive salary, with additional responsibilities for higher-level roles, and requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field plus relevant experience.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and comprehensive 401(k) matching.