Job posting: Polymer/Chemistry and Materials Science Technologist/Senior Technologist, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Livermore, CA
We have an opening for a Polymer/Chemistry and Materials Science (C/MS) Technologist/Senior Technologist working in the Plastics Group in the Materials and Nondestructive Evaluation Section (MNDE). You will provide general technical support of new and ongoing programmatic activities working independently or with team members performing equipment setup, operations, maintenance, and system testing. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, experimental execution, data collection and reporting, and management of hazardous and other materials and wastes; equipment set up and operation; general troubleshooting and maintenance supporting new and ongoing programmatic experiments while practicing good housekeeping in work and office areas. Tasks may include the use of a respirator. Occasional overtime and travel may be required. This position is in the Material Engineering Division (MED) within the Engineering directorate.
This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.
You will:
- Provide general technical support to scientists and senior technical personnel in chemical and material sampling, sample preparation, analysis, characterization, experimental execution, data collection and/or in the management of hazardous and/or mixed wastes.
- Provide solutions to moderately complex technical problems under general supervision.
- Use a variety of laboratory mechanical and thermal analysis equipment, and scientific apparatus.
- Maintain documentation of systems and experimental records which include analyzing data, keeping laboratory notes, preparing data summaries of results, and identifying and resolving problems.
- Apply intermediate level skills and knowledge of chemistry/materials science technologies and processes, including interpreting and utilizing laboratory equipment.
- Follow and adhere to written, operational, and safety procedures accordance with ES&H, security, and other laboratory requirements and policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Via this link, it looks to be a more junior entry-level position, although I'm not entirely sure. Best wishes to those interested.