Principal Chemist - Spd
Midwest Research Institute (Kansas City/Independence, Missouri)

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Midwest Research Institute (MRI), established in 1944, is an internationally acclaimed center for basic and applied research as well as technology development. The work of our dedicated staff of scientists, engineers, and analysts transforms scientific and technological advances into solutions that benefit government and industry. We partner with clients to provide scientific and technical resources to solve complex problems related to national security and defense, health sciences (including health assessment, pharmaceutical product development, nutraceutical and natural product research, and proteomics), engineering, systems integration, technology development, agriculture and food safety, and energy. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, MRI has more than 1,800 employees. The headquarters comprises 260,000 square feet of corporate, administrative, and research facilities. More than 100 laboratories are equipped with scientific equipment and instrumentation worth $30 Million. Besides the main laboratories and corporate headquarters in Kansas City, MRI has two rural field stations for conducting agricultural research and projects involving hazardous operations. MRI also has offices and laboratories in Palm Bay, Florida; Falls Church, Virginia; and Rockville and Frederick, Maryland. In addition, MRI operates and manages the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Colorado for the U.S. Department of Energy.

MRI has a challenging position open for a Principal Chemist. The selected candidate will provide analytical chemistry support for client projects, conducting sample analysis and interpretation analytical data and interpreting spectra focusing on project management for trace chemical detection and analytical chemistry. The work supports private industry, National Security endeavors, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, partnerships with other contract laboratories, and university partnerships relating to the research and development of all aspects of CWM detection and chemistry.

The selected candidate will;

Manage projects with classified clients involving the acquisition of information and the broad application of principles, theories and concepts in multiple technical areas related to CWM as well as the leadership and mentoring of junior project staff consisting of chemists, scientists, and technicians. Have a high level of interaction with clients, preparing and delivering presentations of project progress and results will be expected. Train and/or direct the work of other staff in the conduct of research projects to successfully deliver on time, on budget and quality products to our research sponsors.

Qualifications;

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related science and 10 years of experience, or M.S. in Chemistry or related science with minimum of 12 years experience or B.S. in Chemistry or related science with minimum of 18 years experience. Expert knowledge of Agilent instrumentation as well as demonstrated hands-on expertise with running and performing maintenance on GC, GC/MS, LC and LC/MS. Ability to analyze samples, troubleshoot, make repairs to laboratory instruments and analyze results. Experience in a forensic laboratory performing sample preparation, data interpretation/ analysis, tracking data with experience performing thorough documentation and following GLP regulations. Ability to effectively communicate and interact with technical staff at all levels in a team-based environment. Ability to work independently and assist team members. Detail oriented. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In order to meet the government security investigation requirements, U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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