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SalaryERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
ERG is seeking experienced Ph.D. Chemists to support energetics research and development at a Department of Defense site in Indian Head, Maryland, in the Washington, DC, metro area. These positions will primarily support research, development, and scale-up of new or modified chemicals and energetic materials from laboratory scale to pilot scale and potentially to full-scale production.
Job Description:
- Plan and implement mixing, small-scale safety testing, thermal analyses, physical characterization, and explosive output characterization
- Research target molecules of interest
- Perform literature reviews of articles and patents pertaining to the target molecule
- Draft laboratory notebook procedures (LNPs) and perform experiments from the milligram to the gram-scale that ultimately achieve the desired yield and purity of the product
- Perform basic calculations that support process chemistry from the gram to kilogram-scale and provide over-sight on equipment configuration and process condition establishment decisions by scale-up engineers
- Prepare laboratory review forms (LRFs), standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety documentation, technical reports, and publication submissions regarding the research of target molecules
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum of Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, explosives engineering, or similar related science
- Recommended coursework in general and organic chemistry
- Coursework related to explosives and other energetic materials is a plus
- A minimum of 5 years of experience (explosives-related experience preferred)
- Strong knowledge of tools, techniques, instruments, and equipment used in analytical chemistry (e.g., spectroscopy, chromatography, titration, gravimetric and thermal analysis, wet chemistry)
- Proficiency in chemical process modeling and simulation is a plus
- An ideal candidate would have knowledge and/or experience with industrial chemical and mixing formulation for explosives ingredients, safe handling of energetics, and sensitivity testing (i.e., electrostatic discharge, friction, thermal stability)
- Strong writing and communication skills; exhibit knowledge of the theories, procedures, and analytical techniques necessary to produce reliable reviews, consultations, and conclusions
- Competence in using spreadsheet and database software to compile, analyze, and present data (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Minitab)
- Strong time management skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.
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