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Analytical Chemistry Chemist

Consolidated Nuclear Security

Job Location:

Oak Ridge, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 1 October 2026 (2 days ago)

Application Deadline: 29 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Oak Ridge TN
Job Title: Analytical Chemistry Chemist
Career Level:Specialist
Job Specialty: Analytical Chemistry

What Youll Do

Under the direction of laboratory manager conducts routine and non-routine analysis of samples via various methodologies to identify and/or confirm sample quality and/or variation.
Perform all aspects of analysis: including sample preparation using digestion extraction solubilization complexation ion exchange etc.; preparation of standards; calibration and standardization of instrumentation; routine preventive maintenance; diagnostic and quality control maintenance; interference correction methods; and data review.
Interface with customers and program managers to provide technical guidance on available analytical options and capabilities relevant to submitted analysis requests.
Work with laboratory manager to review and modernize current procedures as well as develop new methods and procedures for analytical services as technologies requirements and customer requirements evolve.
Work to evaluate and develop TIMS technique for Isotopic analysis of lithium matricees.
Work to review and modernize current oxygen analysis by Neutron Activation.

What You Can Expect

Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
Top-notch dedicated colleagues
Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
Career advancement and professional development programs
Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

Minimum Job Requirements

Bachelors degree in engineering/science: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience. Typical experience ranging from 7 to 10 years.
OR Masters degree in engineering/science: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Typical experience ranging from 7 to 10 years.
OR 12 or more years of education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years-of-experience requirements for this posting.
In addition the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e. Baccalaureate in engineering or related scientific major 2 years job-related and 1-year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative).

Preferred Job Requirements

Experience using Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometry or other magnetic sector mass spectrometer.
Experience with Isotopic analysis of uranium or lithium samples.
Experience with oxygen analysis by Neutron Activation.
Experience with TIMS data review and approval.
Knowledgeable of basic computer programs such as Word Excel and Access
Ability to work in a team environment and have good communication skills (both oral and written)
Self motivated with a focus on setting goals achieving them and moving forward.

Why Y-12

You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan prescription drug plan vision plan dental plan employer matched 401(k) savings plan disability coverage education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace at Y-12 you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.

Notes

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

If a range of Career Levels is posted i.e. Senior Associate to Senior Specialist internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.

Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712) which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

This position may be categorized as a designated position identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709 requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical drug screening and background investigation. As an employee you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin protected veteran status or disability.

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