Senior Tritium Analytics Scientist – Onsite R&D

Sandia National Laboratories; New Mexico; On-site; USD 118,000 - 236,000; Full time

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Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Senior/Principal R&D Materials Science - Tritium Analytical Scientist, onsite, to advance tritium science and analytical capabilities in a multidisciplinary environment. The role spans gas analysis, vacuum technologies, and mass spectrometry with collaborations across national security programs.

The candidate will lead experiments, develop new analytical methods, and mentor staff while ensuring data integrity, safety, and compliance with DOE requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with strong research experience.
• Experience in R&D environments and independent project work.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise in tritium science, gas analysis, and vacuum systems.
• Design, develop, and execute experiments with hydrogen isotopes and other gases.
• Develop analytical methods, instrumentation, and capabilities for challenging problems.
• Operate and troubleshoot gas-analysis systems including mass spectrometers and vacuum hardware.

Skills

Tritium analysis

Mass spectrometry

Gas analysis

Vacuum systems

Analytical instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Mass spectrometers

Gas handling equipment

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Senior/Principal R&D Materials Science - Tritium Analytical Scientist, onsite, to advance tritium science and analytical capabilities in a multidisciplinary environment. The role spans gas analysis, vacuum technologies, and mass spectrometry with collaborations across national security programs.

The candidate will lead experiments, develop new analytical methods, and mentor staff while ensuring data integrity, safety, and compliance with DOE requirements.