Research Scientist,Sr

Classification Summary :

As an individual researcher or consultant, serves as a recognized leader and authority in a broad area of research or in a narrow but advanced and uniquely specialized field. Makes authoritative decisions and recommendations that have a major impact on extensive scientific research activities. Exercises a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive scientific research programs and activities of outstanding novelty and / or importance.

Classification Standard Duties :

Develops model concepts and approaches as an individual researcher and acts independently on technical matters. Makes authoritative decisions and recommendations that have a major impact on extensive scientific research activities and result in national and / or international recognition. Exercises a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive research programs and activities of outstanding novelty and / or importance. Interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates scientific research assignments concerned with unique or controversial problems. Prepares analyses, reports, and other documentation for publication; presents findings at local, national, and / or international meetings. Prepares grant proposals to obtain funding in support of research activities. Serves as principal investigator on single or multiple projects of complexity and scope consistent with above criteria, and / or manages a research unit. Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and / or systems. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification / License, Equivalency

Required Education : Doctorate degree in related field.; Required Experience : Five (5) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency : None; Required Certification / License :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE : Knowledge of current technological developments / trends in area of expertise. Comprehensive knowledge of engineering, scientific, and / or mathematical concepts and theories in area of specialty. Knowledge of scientific approach and methodologies. Knowledge of contracts and grants preparation and management. Knowledge of engineering and / or scientific research principles, practices, and protocols. Knowledge of management principles and practices.; SKILLS : Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.; ABILITIES : Ability to develop and deliver presentations. Ability to develop scientific reports and manuscripts based on original research. Ability to design, organize, and coordinate scientific and / or engineering research projects. Ability to use independent judgment to develop model concepts and approaches for research. Ability to plan, develop, and manage highly influential and / or groundbreaking research projects in area of expertise. Ability to conduct systematic analysis and develop solutions to complex scientific and / or engineering problems. Ability to utilize advanced computer statistical and technical applications. Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Position is located in Carlsbad, NM

The successful candidate will, under the guidance of technical director, be responsible for managing and overseeing the work in the radiochemistry program at CEMRC. Perform radiochemical analysis and provide technical guidance to radiochemistry staff for radiochemical analysis of routine environmental samples in support of the Department of Energy's Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP). Provide technical support for participation in the laboratory Multi-Analyte Performance Evaluation Program (MAPEP) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Radiochemistry Inter-Comparison Program (NIST-RIP) program. Successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation, and completion of project objectives and will communicate results through internal reports, progress reports to sponsors (sections of Department of Energy annual report), or formal presentations. The applicant will have significant responsibility for the safety and the QA envelope of the radiochemistry program. Working with peers, the applicant will be responsible for hands-on processing and subsequent analysis of a variety of sample matrices and includes maintaining multiple types of radiometric counting instrumentation. We are seeking applicants who are committed to safety and standards and who have experience working in a radiological / nuclear facility. Successful candidates must have vast experience with radiochemical separation methods / procedures and demonstrate an aptitude for continuing on-the job cross training. Occasional work tasks may require working extended hours. The candidate will contribute to the growth and productivity of CEMRC by developing novel techniques for new analytes, streamlining operations to maximize sample throughput, and designing / executing experiments to test method improvements. Work near sources of ionizing radiation, near sources of non-ionizing radiation, and toxic chemicals; eye protection (i.e. safety glasses), hood use. Occasional lifting to 25 pounds or more, standing, sitting with occasional use of computer, constant use of sight while reviewing documents, use of speech / hearing abilities for communication, constant alertness, must possess planning / organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. Quality is the foundation for managing our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to provide services that meet customer expectations consistently. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the CEMRC's Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable CEMRC Quality system documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his / her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact : Lambis Papelis, (575) 234-5555, lpapelis@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding :   Contingent upon external funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility :   This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule :   Shift : Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule :

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment : Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements : i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials / situations that require safety precaution / protective equip

Physical Effort : Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements : Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and / or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk : Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.