Scientist

The Scientist is responsible for providing scientific support for the measurement product portfolio. They will provide scientific input to several aspects of the business including projects/orders, proposals, and solutions. This includes but is not limited to: working closely with hardware and software engineering in the development of solutions and in the execution of projects; assisting in responding to technical inquiries; contributing technical input in support of developing requirement specifications for new proposals and projects; independently analyzing the performance and application of existing and new analysis techniques; writing test procedures and providing documentation; presenting results to internal and external audiences. The Scientist is also responsible for providing subject matter expertise that helps sustain existing products and applications, extend applications, and develop new solutions. The scientist is regarded within the company as an expert in at least two application areas

WHAT MAKES A GREAT SCIENTIST?

With an insatiable curiosity, you will learn all you can about the products and technologies in and around the products you work on. You will have a good understanding of balancing investigation with completing your tasks on time and within budget. While working independently is something that you do frequently, you know when to collaborate and whom to collaborate with. You demonstrate respect for input from others and value their insights. Your firm grasp of the products and technologies is something you share with passion, whether it is in a presentation to customers or a training session for peers. You have found your niche and thrive there, but you also enjoy trying to extend yourself to new applications. You will have a firm grasp of the organization and can navigate it to coordinate with any group or department with ease. You have a sense of responsibility to deliver within expectations and you communicate well with others in all aspects of your role.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• As a Scientist you are expected to work on at least two concurrent projects without guidance.
• It is your responsibility to maintain and grow your application knowledge through both formal and informal on-the-job training and development. In addition, you are expected to share your knowledge by developing and/or giving training in the areas of your expertise.
• You are expected to become an SME in at least two application areas and have sufficient knowledge to work (with guidance) on adjacent applications within the business line.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

The successful Scientist will possess the following skills:

• Mature understanding of radiation detection and measurement equipment.
• Solid grasp of mathematics and statistical concepts.
• Some experience in programming, python or C++.
• Some application-specific knowledge.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum BS or equivalent in Science or Engineering.
• MS or equivalent in Science or Engineering can equate to 2 years of experience.
• PhD or equivalent in Science or Engineering can equate to 5 years of experience.
• A scientist should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant application.

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. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)