Project Scientist III

Avarint is a wholly owned subsidiary of CUBRC Inc. 

***Position Pending Contract Award***

Avarint’s Chemical Sciences Group is seeking a Project Scientist to support an experimental team conducting Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) at Dugway Proving Ground, UT. Primary duties will include:

• Reviewing technical requirements, preparing technical approaches, providing technical expertise to more junior staff, and solving complex technical problems associated with laboratory RDT&E.
• Developing and improving analytical and testing methods for the measurement of a broad spectrum of chemicals in various matrices using GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, and other techniques.
• Working with highly toxic chemicals and materials and providing technical expertise and support to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting analytical test equipment (GC, GC-MS, and/or LC-MS/MS) and working closely with project managers to adjust methods to meet project objectives.
• Reviewing and continuously improving the QA/QC program to ensure that all reported data is accurate, complete, reliable, and of high confidence.
• Developing analysis reports that include methods, procedures, and analytical data including interpretation of results and annotating the file documentation; and performing technical and/or administrative reviews of files, reports, data sets, results, and conclusions.
• Maintaining a safe laboratory work environment in accordance with all documented laboratory procedures.

The position also requires that the selected candidate possess:  

• Strong hands-on laboratory skills with respect to GC-MS and/or LC-MS/MS instrument operation and sample analysis.
• Extensive knowledge in chemistry or relevant technical areas and be able to apply knowledge to solve complex problems.
• Excellent organizational skills and communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to appropriately communicate with colleagues, management and clients to plan and execute duties.
• Deep attention to detail and the flexibility and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or other related physical science or engineering discipline with at least two (4) years of post-doctoral laboratory experience; or
• Equivalent training and experience in academia or the military, with equivalent years of experience in direct government or contractor support to government contracts.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software including MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. 
• Experience and proficiency with GC-MS and/or LC-MS/MS.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• A medical examination will be required to ensure ability to perform duties and wear personal protective equipment.

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS ARE DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• An active DoD security clearance (S or TS).
• Experience working with Miniature Chemical Agent Monitoring Systems (MINICAMS) for workplace air monitoring during test operations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software (Access, Project, Outlook, SharePoint and Teams).
• Experience in contract research, working for the federal government and/or private organizations.

Why Avarint:

• 401K – No waiting period. 100% vested on the date of hire.
• 3% company contribution in the first year of employment, company contribution increases over time. The employee is not required to contribute to the plan to receive Avarint contribution. 
• Health Insurance – No waiting period – competitive costs. 
• Dental and vision insurance after 6 months – Employer-paid benefit for employees and dependents. 
• Life Insurance after 6 months – Employer paid benefit for the employee. 
• Generous paid time off, unlimited sick time, and 9 paid holidays. 

 The candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required. The position requires participation in a Chemical Personnel Reliability Program (CPRP), administered by the U.S. Army. A medical examination will be required to ensure the ability to perform duties and wear personal protective equipment. The candidate will also be required to comply with a Drug Testing Program.

Avarint is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.