Nanomaterial Research Chemist

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: National Institute of Standards and Technology
• Department: Department of Commerce
• Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
• Salary: $85447 – $133142/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 1
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-09-24
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-30

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Job Summary

NIST is seeking a Nanomaterial Research Chemist who regularly plans and executes research on single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) to resolve complex formulation, separation, and purification challenges for stakeholder needs in nanosensors. This notice is issued under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which NIST has a severe shortage of candidates.

Key Responsibilities

The major duties of the Nanomaterial Research Chemist include: Advances liquid separation methodologies to isolate standard single-chirality SWCNT species (nanosensors) using standard practices as a function of DNA sequences. Evaluates non-standard SWCNT chiralities beyond baseline materials to expand sensor-response coverage and detection capabilities. Conducts independent, standards-oriented verification of partner-provided nanosensor lots to confirm identity and purity.

Validates nanosensor material properties to reduce batch-to-batch variability, accelerate process scale-up, and enhance nanosensor technology cross-site reproducibility without duplicating partner synthesis work. Maintains laboratory equipment for the project including fluorescence, UV-Vis and CD spectrometers.

Requirements & Education

This position has an education requirement. Transcripts must be submitted to validate that the education requirement has been met. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. However, an official copy will be required before a final offer of employment. Use of foreign education for qualifications. An accredited organization must evaluate education completed outside of the U.S.

to ensure that it is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. Click here to view a listing of accredited organizations from the Department of Education's website. A copy of the foreign education evaluation (containing the results with course-by-course listing) is required with your application.

Contact

marsha.mcraeblair@nist.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Institute of Standards and Technology, Department of Commerce.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $85447 – $133142/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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