Job Description

Seeking an entry level Chemist with a minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or other related scientific field and some familiarity and experience working in a lab environment, such as experience in a laboratory bench setting during two semesters of a lab class. Their efforts will support the advancement of the state-of-the-art in rocket propulsion technology, and this role requires interfacing with a Highly Respected Air Force Science customer workforce and working in a team environment together with other technical professionals and scientific researchers. This is a full-time position with benefits that you can enroll in which includes - Health, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, 401k, 11 Paid Holidays, PTO, and Paid Sick Leave. The salary range for this position is $52K to $86K. + Provide support in the synthesis of energetic materials including sample processing and analysis. + Provide support in daily laboratory operations such as preparing stock solutions, disposing of hazardous materials properly, monitoring and replenishing inventory of laboratory supplies. + Operate related analytical instrumentation and software including Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy. + Maintain an organized, clean, and safe lab environment/workspace and adhere to laboratory and chemical safety requirements + Learn new techniques and technologies as appropriate + Coordinate with other lab personnel to ensure current priorities and daily plan of action. + Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry + Must have good knowledge and hands-on experience in organic chemistry including general wet laboratory practices. + Must have a comprehensive understanding of traditional and contemporary organic synthesis techniques. + Must have good mechanical acumen. + Must have good problem solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills. + Must be comfortable working with energetic materials and hazardous chemicals. + Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment. + Strong willingness to learn and master new tools and skills. + Ability to follow detailed protocols and procedures + Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment + Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. + Able to adjust workload based on changing priorities + Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and the ability to learn new software + Must be a United States Citizen + Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance **Essential Functions** Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position + Lifting: Up to 25 pounds for short durations (<10%) + Climbing: No + Crawling: No + Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Chemical laboratory PPE (60%) + Unusual physical requirements: No + High noise level: No + Other: Extended periods of standing or sitting. Description of Work Environment + Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Primarily inside (90%) + Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: No + Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Yes, energetic materials + Travel/transportation requirements: Driver's License Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks + Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Yes, various, 10-40% + Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: Car (10%) + Tools used in trade - which ones?: No Criticality of Attendance + Overtime, regular days, off days: No + Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: 1st + Necessity for regular attendance: Yes + Urgency for punctuality: Yes

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