Optical Microscopist 2 Job at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Optical Microscopist 2
- Richland, Washington
- National Security
- Regular Full-Time
- No
- 02/13/2023
- 5902
- USD $1,011.54/Wk.
- USD $1,440.38/Wk.
Job Description
Overview
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is seeking to hire an Optical Microscopist to support an ongoing analytical chemistry and material characterization production project. The staff member will work both independently and in collaboration with a closely integrated project team. The Radiochemistry Group supports several critical national security and homeland security missions along with missions in environmental monitoring. This position will report to a project and task managers as well as to the line manager of the technical group. The expected outcome of the staff member's effort will be the timely delivery of microscopy data that constitutes a significant component of the project team’s deliverables.
Responsibilities
Conducts research and development activities including standard technical procedures that range from routine to specialized, under technical supervision. Operates in laboratory workspaces equipped with fume hoods, glove boxes and with specialized instrumentation in order to conduct research.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment
This position requires one to work primarily at a microscope stage under conditions that can be physically demanding. This position also requires working with hazardous chemicals on a weekly basis, and working with non-dispersible radiological materials on a daily basis. The incumbent must be able to take Radiological Worker 2 training and pass qualifying exams that demonstrate proficiency after being hired and trained.
Additional Information
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
Requirements:
Testing Designated Position
This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.
About PNNL
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity
Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
Drug Free Workplace
PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.
Mandatory Requirements
Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.
Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.
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Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is seeking to hire an Optical Microscopist to support an ongoing analytical chemistry and material characterization production project. The staff member will work both independently and in collaboration with a closely integrated project team. The Radiochemistry Group supports several critical national security and homeland security missions along with missions in environmental monitoring. This position will report to a project and task managers as well as to the line manager of the technical group. The expected outcome of the staff member's effort will be the timely delivery of microscopy data that constitutes a significant component of the project team’s deliverables.
- The primary function of this position is to examine sample materials using an optical microscope, recognize features of interest, and record data.
- Tasks will include performing a wide variety of general laboratory support functions including chemical solution preparation, radioactive and non-radioactive waste disposal, cleaning laboratory equipment and supplies, data entry, and other laboratory support functions.
- The ability to work with little-to-no direct supervision once trained to a base proficiency, and to work in collaboration with a team of scientists and technicians is required. Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills are required.
- This job requires fine motor skills and the ability to manipulate small samples using optical microscopy techniques for long periods of time. At times, working with chemicals will also be required under highly prescribed procedures.
- This job may require some interface with an automated analysis system and electronic data entry, therefore prior experience with and/or comfort level working with instrumentation and computers is desirable.
- Experience working with optical microscopy in chemical, biological, environmental, or forensic laboratories is preferred. This position requires the ability to follow detailed procedures. As experience is gained, exploring alternate courses of action or methods to develop new procedures under the direction of a scientist or task leader is likely.
- The ability to cross-train with other staff and work effectively as a team are required. The ability to work flexible hours is sometimes required, occasionally including nights and weekends. Both full- and part-time applicants will be considered.
Responsibilities
Conducts research and development activities including standard technical procedures that range from routine to specialized, under technical supervision. Operates in laboratory workspaces equipped with fume hoods, glove boxes and with specialized instrumentation in order to conduct research.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED and 2 years of relevant experience -OR-
- Technical Institute Graduate (TIG)/relevant AA degree or higher and 1 year of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of and proficiency with examination of environmental samples.
- Demonstrated experience with data entry into computer software packages such as Excel.
- Knowledge of good laboratory practices in both low-level radiological and non-radiological spaces.
- Experience working in clean room environments.
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment
This position requires one to work primarily at a microscope stage under conditions that can be physically demanding. This position also requires working with hazardous chemicals on a weekly basis, and working with non-dispersible radiological materials on a daily basis. The incumbent must be able to take Radiological Worker 2 training and pass qualifying exams that demonstrate proficiency after being hired and trained.
Additional Information
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
- Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).
Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated.
Testing Designated Position
This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.
About PNNL
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity
Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
Drug Free Workplace
PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.
Mandatory Requirements
Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.
Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.
Rockstar Rewards
Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.
- Research Associates excluded.
**Once eligibility requirements are met.
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