Senior Scientist - Chemist

Responsibilities:

Noblis is actively seeking the right senior chemist to join our talented team of intelligence professionals and scientists supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) CBRN Threat Intelligence Team. The chemist will provide their technical chemical expertise when analyzing open source and classified reporting and while supporting intelligence analysts with their assessments and incorporation of chemical information in their intelligence reports and products. The senior chemist will also produce and present products on the potential use of chemicals by nefarious actors to attack the homeland.

 

Specific responsibilities include:

• Provide technical expertise and analysis of chemical agents and associated potential threats through informal collaboration with other analysts and scientists, and by producing or contributing to formal products as required and requested, including white papers, intelligence reports, briefings, and oral presentations.

General Responsibilities:

 

Professionals in science are dedicated to advancing knowledge, solving real-world problems through scientific inquiry and initiate the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. They utilize their expertise in scientific principles, research methodologies, and specialized techniques to conduct studies and investigations in various fields. Typical responsibilities include designing and executing research projects, collecting and analyzing data, and interpreting results to draw meaningful conclusions and insights. Science roles also involve developing and testing hypotheses, designing experiments and protocols, and ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory guidelines. Additionally, professionals may be involved in writing research reports and articles for publication, presenting findings at conferences and seminars, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to address complex scientific challenges. Their expertise in areas such as experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication enables organizations to innovate and make significant contributions to scientific knowledge and societal progress.

 

You are responsible for leading individual projects, people, or technical/functional solutions. As a senior scientist, you work on advanced problems or assignments of large scope, impact, and importance, applying broad and deep knowledge of your professional specialty. You work on assignments in multiple technical areas; apply advanced concepts and understanding of policies, procedures, and techniques. You build and maintain effective relationships for customer service and project support; demonstrate initiative and proactively identify and communicate needs. You positively influence at the team or department level and participate in policy and procedure development. You receive general supervision but apply seasoned judgment autonomously and with minimal guidance, demonstrating adaptability and responsible, independent decision-making and take appropriate and ethical actions to meet organizational goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree and 10+ years (or Bachelor's of Science degree and 11+ years) experience in chemistry or biochemistry fields
• Active Top Secret clearance.  Active SCI access or ability to obtain it
• Department of Homeland Security (DHS) suitability for DHS HQ or FEMA or ability to obtain it
• Excellent communication skills to include technical writing, editing, and oral presentations
• Well organized, critical thinker, exceptional customer service skills for engaging with federal government clients
• Ability to work tasks autonomously and follow through to completion
• Ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests
• Competence to function efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding work environment focused on intelligence production

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous professional work with federal, state or local governments entities, particularly intelligence or law enforcement
• Previous professional work with FEMA
• Demonstrated knowledge of complex system development, system integration, and/or system implementation

• Four years of experience providing direct or consultant scientific support to major programs or system development efforts related to human, animal, or plant health and

  medical consequences of CBRN events or a combination of experience in these areas and the homeland security pillars of prevention, protection, response, or recovery

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  Experience developing a variety of analytic decision support products meeting national decision makers’ and stakeholders’ requirements

• Experience as a technical expert supporting CWMD programs.

• Experience coordinating and managing the preparation of analysis, assessment, and recommendations within CWMD programs in support of federal personnel

Overview:

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

 

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

 

Why Work at Noblis

 

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

 

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

 

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

 

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards:

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

 

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range: USD $109,800.00 - USD $171,525.00 /Yr.