Chemist

Amentum is seeking a Chemist to support one of its customers:

A successful candidate will provide chemistry forensic examination services in support of chemical and metallurgical casework in the Chemistry Unit

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Inventory items, to include biological specimens, received in antemortem and postmortem investigations. Document condition as received. Repackage evidence, including biological specimens, for return to submitting agency, and delivery to Evidence Staff or Mailroom Personnel.
• Use chemical and physical techniques such as solid phase extraction and liquid extraction to isolate drugs, metabolites, and poisons from biological specimens.
• Conduct analyses of samples and extracts using headspace analysis, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, enzyme immunoassay, and other laboratory instrumentation.
• Author detailed forensic laboratory notes and supporting documentation.
• Use the current database network for evidence inventory, tracking, and flow.
• Maintain proper chain of custody of all forensic material under examination.
• Follow all QA / QC procedures, protocols, and adhere to FBI Laboratory policies and procedures related to accreditation and safety standards.
• Prepare traceable analytical standards using calibrated balances, calibrated pipets, and simple math.
• Generate quantitative results using instrument software packages and commercial spreadsheets.
• Prepare and properly store and mark laboratory reagents.
• General housekeeping maintenance; such as, sweeping and washing laboratory glassware.
• Support activities, functions, or duties as they arise.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Chemistry with at least thirty (30) credit hours in chemistry and at least six (6) hours in Physics, and course work that includes differential equations and integral calculus.
• One year of recent experience as a chemist, toxicologist or equivalent in an accredited laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to study and pass training, examination, and testing assessments.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills
• The above experience should demonstrate the capability to deliver products under conditions of high operational tempo, frequently adjusting priorities and flux in requirements, on time. It should also demonstrate the ability to interface effectively with senior members of external organizations to develop and support technical positions, to justify technical recommendations, and communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoJ Secret security clearance.