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Genex Systems, LLC Chemistry Laboratory Technician in McLean, Virginia
Chemistry Laboratory Technician
Full-Time in McLean, VA - IML
Genex Systems is looking for Chemistry Laboratory Technician to support the Chemistry Laboratory at the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center (TFHRC) in McLean, VA.
Position Duties:
Assist Research Chemist in conducting standard and specialized testing on concrete, asphalt, and other highway materials.
Sample preparation involving, but not limited to
Preparing sample test tubes for testing according to AASHTO TP 144 and AASHTO T 416
Preparing samples for XRD, XRF and ICP analysis
Preparation of SEM samples, including sectioning concrete/mortar specimens and performing epoxy impregnation
Crushing and sieving aggregates
Calibration of instruments, including preparation of calibration standards
Data collection using analytical techniques such as ICP, TGA, PSD
Maintain the laboratory in a clean and safe condition.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree in chemistry or related field
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of standard wet chemistry laboratory techniques.
Familiarity with ICP analysis is desired.
Ability to perform physical work such as moving heavy gas cylinders.
Basic computer skills (word processing and spreadsheets) for purposes of
data compilation.