Job Description

Actalent is hiring a Research Chemist Technician today! This role offers competitive pay and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge technology. Apply today

Description:

The Research Chemist Technician will be an integral part of a small cross functional team working on exciting development projects with cutting-edge technology. In this role, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in Chemistry with experience in organic and/or inorganic synthesis. This role will be a part of an integrated team focused on the development of novel energetic systems, energetic material scale-up processes, development of ammunition and armaments, testing and analysis of energetic materials. This individual must demonstrate innovation, an understanding of the fundamentals of engineering, an ability to learn, out-of-the-box thinking and creativity.

Duties Include:

• Assist in the synthesize energetic materials and scale-up process

• Characterize novel energetic materials using a variety of analytical methods (DSC, TGA, SDT, TAM, Particle Size Analyzer, GC-FID, ARSST, UV-VIS-NIR, FTIR and Raman spectroscopy) and material sensitivity characterization (BAM friction, impact, and ESD testing)

• Ability to handle hazardous materials with strict adherence to safety process requirements

• Assist in the design of experiments and test series that result in safe and efficient collection of data

• Installation, maintenance, and operation of specialized instrumentation and testing equipment

• Project engineering tasks such as report writing, technical presentations (at customer and public meetings), and technical deliverables tracking

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Required Skills:

• Problem solver that can work in a fast-paced team environment on projects

• Hands-on experience with energetic materials or other hazardous materials

• Proficient in standard laboratory practices

• Exercises creative thinking and innovation

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.; must have the ability to see near and far and work with a computer monitor on a daily basis
• Required to bend, sit, stand and lift to perform job effectively

• Must be able to work overtime as required

Highly Beneficial Skills:

• Familiar with general explosive effects and chemistry

• Experience in one or more of the following areas

o Additive manufacturing (AM)

o Energetic material or hazardous material synthesis

o Laboratory and pilot plant scale-up of energetic or hazardous materials

o LabRAM operation

• Knowledge of basic-intermediate chemistry and/or chemical engineering

About Actalent:

Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We\'re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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