offer you! Position Forensic Analytical Chemist (Junior Level) Location: Sterling, VA Security Clearance: Must be able to pass CBP Background Investigation; U. S Citizen Salary: $55,000 - $64,000 Benefits: Competitive salaries, bonus potential, PTO, insurance, 401k, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, flex scheduling.
Travel: 0% Position Summary SURVICE Engineering is currently seeking junior-level Forensic Analytical Chemist to support a multiyear, multimillion dollar Department of Homeland Security Customs & Border Protection (CBP) program. DHS CBP requires analytical chemistry support to aid in a mission to stem the flow of opioids into the United States. This an exciting and fast-paced
opportunity to have a positive impact on the Nation. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Support a 24/7 watch floor operation Able to work shift work where work schedules may vary depending on mission requirements May need to remain on-call even when not scheduled Perform analysis of FTIR and Raman spectra with reference libraries Identify FTIR spectral features based on chemical name Report findings of FTIR and Raman spectra analysis Prepare and present oral and written reports on findings as directed within given time and mission parameters Prepare monthly reports of activity and chemical identifications Provide troubleshooting and technical support for field chemical-screening devices Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in a physical science, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Experience with laboratory analysis and testing, general spectroscopy, and/or interpretation of spectral data preferred. Successful completion of one semester of organic chemistry and one semester of analytical chemistry Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be able to pass a technical evaluation and a CBP background investigation to be considered Must be a U. S. citizen due to government contract requirements About Us SURVICE Engineering is a nationally recognized, single-source engineering service provider for Government and Industry organizations involved in all phases of the systems engineering process.
Our employees are our most valuable asset, and they are proud to have supported the development, testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) of many of the major U. S. air, land, and sea combat systems in the field today. They have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering.
Temporary Halt on Enforcement. Per Executive Order 14042 (Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors), to be employed with SURVICE Engineering, candidates will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or request and be granted a legal accommodation exemption prior to starting work after 18 January 2022. However, as of 8 December 2021, there is a nationwide preliminary injunction staying enforcement of Executive Order 14042, with the final outcome pending the court's decision. SURVICE Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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contributing to consulting projects or company initiatives. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 5 years' or more managing Quality and Food Safety Operations and/or Food Engineering Strong understanding of USDA / FDA food regulatory systems Proven ability to work in a laboratory Strong experience in managing and developing HACCP programs, including risk backssment Strong experience with developing or updating sustainability programs Demonstrated experience in Food safety audit s Strong project management skills Demonstrated experience building strong rapport with clients Strong ability to summarize and present his work in a professional way Comfortable performing in a fast-pace environment, with an ability
to establish priorities, multitask, manage workload, and work under pressure EDUCATION Master's degree in Food Science or a related field Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills HACCP Certification Certifications from BRC, SQF, and/or PCQI a plus Proficiency in MS Office JOB R ESPONSIBILITIES: Contribute to, research, perform, and improve scientific lecture for CREA sous-vide, extraction and cryoconcentration , and sensory trainings.
Review and refresh materials as deemed necessary. U pdate notes after each training to align with culinary team and add to continual improvement of CREA course offerings. Contribute to studies in relation to biology, microbiology,
biochemistry process and engineering disciplines in relation to food science to increase CREA services and training material as well as Cuisine Solutions sales.
Lead efforts in completing studies for intended publication in food science journals. Work within project teams to develop formulas and processes, address technical hurdles, provide guidance related to commercialization, backss risks and manage timelines. Perform and coordinate product evaluations internally or for customers. Create and maintain tasting sheets and analyze feedback. Conduct shelf-life studies for customers or internal purposes. Utilize formulation software to create and update formulations.
Identif y new suppliers that bring technological and quality advantages to product s developed for consulting and trainings. Contribute to improvement of food quality and packaging for consulting or internal projects. Participate in the CREA innovation process working in collaboration with Engineers and Scientist s, and Chefs/ Contribut e to R&D recipes and testing as needed. Establish and review lab testing procedures to ensure proper analysis methods are accurately followed, established, and maintain records of all tests performed for internal studies and consulting purposes.
As applicable, attend and/or present at food science seminars or events. Contribute to CREA contact database with a systematic approach. Contribute to a creative and collaborative environment between CREA team members. Participate in innovation presentations for CREA potential customers while articulat ing CREA's services portfolio. Performing other duties as may be assigned by management. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
Desk support. Specific duties include but are not limited to: Obtain an upper air observing certification within 30 days of employment Long-term employment contingent on meeting this requirement Providing operational field support in the form of a 7-day per week Help Desk and guiding field staff through simple and complex situations related to a radiosonde observing systems Become a subject matter expert for Help Desk-style support of the radiosonde systems Work schedule will include shift work on a scheduled basis Morning Shift - 6am - 2pm EDT (5am - 1pm EST) Evening Shift - 2pm - 10pm EDT (1pm - 9pm EST) or, Normal Shift ~ 8am - 4:30pm.
( times listed are in support of synoptic windows
and have limited flexibility) Work schedule will include some weekends and holidays (at least two weekends per month) Help Desk will comprise 60% or greater of time, monthly Assist in developing Help Desk documentation and procedures for addressing common situations; Develop documentation related to sensor and system operation, maintenance, and training Develop and/or review documentation related to ongoing sensor/system testing at SFSC Assist in methods for monitoring sites data quality and overall productivity of operations Assist with the deployment and installation of sensors/systems to off-site locations (may require travel) Train field personnel on how to operate radiosonde observing systems
Real-time on-site weather observations in support of meteorological sensor testing during non-business hours/weekends/holidays Provide status briefings to government clients on the progress of field support, testing, or deployment Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor degree in Meteorology or similar scientific discipline 1-3 years being able to multi-task and have outstanding verbal and written communication (MS Office) Proficient in creating and formatting documents 1-3 years of experience in the Setup, configuration, and design of scientific tests 0-2 years utilizing data analysis tools such as MS Excel 0-2 years of experience with radiosondes or other in-situ measuring systems and upper air observations Ability to work with an inter-disciplinary and diverse team of scientists and technicians A U.
S. Driver's License Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs Desired Skills Understanding of meteorological sensors and NWS Observing Programs Background with Lab View, MATLAB, or Python; Knowledgeable of basic Linux commands Knowledgeable of satellite sounding products Knowledgeable of statistical analysis techniques Technical Instrumentation Background Axiom offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive medical/dental/life insurance and matching 401(k) contribution.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
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