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BluePath Labs - Sterling, VA
posted 4 days ago
About the position
BluePath Labs is an award-winning, rapidly growing management consulting company supporting a variety of Federal clients on urgent national security requirements. BluePath's expertise includes management consulting, data science and software development, and research and development support for disruptive technologies. We are seeking a Mid-Level Scientist to support a 24/7 watch floor operation. There may be shift work and work schedules may vary depending on mission requirements. Employees may need to remain on call even when not scheduled. Candidates must be able to pass a technical evaluation and a government background investigation to be considered. This is an exciting and fast-paced opportunity to have a positive impact on the Nation. The position is located at a government site located near Sterling, VA.
Responsibilities
- Conducts technical reviews of report findings from reachback staff
- Performs analysis of FTIR and Raman spectra with or without reference libraries
- Performs other WMD spectral analyses including radiation
- Predicts FTIR spectra based on chemical structure
- Reports findings of FTIR and Raman spectra analysis
- Prepares and gives oral and written reports on findings as directed within given time and mission parameters
- Prepares monthly reports of reachback activity and chemical identifications
- Provides troubleshooting and technical support for field chemical screening devices
- Creates and maintains centralized libraries of FTIR and Raman spectra
Requirements
- U.S. Citizen
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in a physical science or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Successfully completed one semester of organic chemistry and one semester of analytical chemistry
- 1-3 years' experience in laboratory analysis and testing, general spectroscopy, and/or interpretation of spectral data
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Proficient in MS Office suite and computer skills
- Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access and suitability
Benefits
- healthcare reimbursement
- lifestyle & wellness reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- tuition assistance
- 401(k) with company match
- paid time off for vacation / sick leave
- 12 holidays per calendar year
