Research Scientist 3 (Analytical Chemistry) - 12660
About The Position
The Laboratory of Inorganic and Nuclear Chemistry (LINC) Environmental Trace Elements Section is a fully accredited laboratory responsible for analyzing environmental, food, and cannabis product samples for various inorganic contaminants including toxic metals, arsenic species, and lead in paint, soil, and dust wipes. A Research Scientist 3 is needed to provide technical and scientific support for the complex instrumentation used in the essential analyses which include inorganic mass spectrometry, X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, atomic emission spectrometry, and microwave-assisted sample preparation. The incumbent will also supervise section staff and manage the research and development of new methods utilizing latest technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in the natural sciences, AND four years of professional post-degree research experience in the appropriate field
- a master's degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience, and a doctorate in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience.
Nice To Haves
- A PhD in Chemistry with a focus on trace element analysis and two years of related experience
- experience with trace element analysis and ICP-MS
- experience with microwave-assisted digestion for trace element analysis
- experience with X-ray fluorescence.
Responsibilities
- provide technical and scientific support for the complex instrumentation used in the essential analyses which include inorganic mass spectrometry, X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, atomic emission spectrometry, and microwave-assisted sample preparation.
- supervise section staff
- manage the research and development of new methods utilizing latest technologies.
Benefits
- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
- Shift & Geographic pay differentials
- Affordable Health Care options
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
