Scientist 1

THIS IS A CASUAL POSITION WORKING A MAXIMUM OF 900 HOURS PER CALENDAR YEAR.

The Data and Diagnostics (D&D) group is in search of a Scientist I (Casual) to directly support senior Geology Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

• Bachelor’s degree in a calculus-based (STEM) field. Skill building experience must demonstrate either deeper technical specialization or additional cross-disciplinary knowledge. Graduate research experience may be recognized.
• Bachelor’s degree in a geosciences discipline preferred.
• Experience with drilling operations and data collection preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with electronic databases is preferred. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint and Datamine Products preferred.
• Ability to execute work in a disciplined manner to demonstrate compliance with laws, codes, orders, and MSTS policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule multiple activities in the most efficient manner and meet required deadlines.
• Be team-oriented with good communication skills. Able to work closely with a diverse group of scientists and engineers.
• The primary work location will be at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada).
• Work schedule will be 4/10s Monday through Thursday (subject to change).
• Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Ability to obtain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential under the Department of Energy Order 206.2, ‘Identity, Credential, and Access Management,’ and Supplemental Directive NNSA SD 206.2, ‘Implementation of Personal Identity Verification for Uncleared Contractors.’

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Annual salary range for this position is: $67,704.00- $101,566.40.

Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity. 

Key Responsibilities

•  Works in support of senior Geology Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) of the Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation - Data & Diagnostics group in the Global Security Directorate.
• Work as part of a team performing 24/7 geologic support during drilling operations.
• Assist in oversight of borehole geophysical logging operations, and other geologic fieldwork as assigned.
• Assist in researching, compiling and analyzing geologic data.
• Assist in management of project-specific relational databases of drill hole information, including construction data, geologic data, geophysical log data, and sample data.