Associate Research Scientist - Rapiscan

Rapiscan Laboratories, designs, manufactures and markets security and inspection systems worldwide. Our products are used to inspect baggage, cargo, people, vehicles and other objects for weapons, explosives, drugs and other contraband. Rapiscan Systems security and inspection devices can be found in a wide range of locations such as airports, border crossings, railway stations, seaports and terminals, government and military installations and nuclear facilities. As the world's leading security screening provider, Rapiscan Systems provides state-of-the-art products, solutions and services to meet our customers' most demanding threat detection needs.

Our Advanced Technology team is seeking a self-motivated individual with experience in trace detection instrumentation to serve as an Associate Research Scientist in the Science and Technology group. This position is full time. The applicant will support numerous research and development, and test and evaluation projects related to the deployment of ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) and/or mass spectrometry (MS) into the fields of aviation security, forensics, and first responder markets.  The applicant must have the flexibility to balance multiple concurrent tasks while operating efficiently with minimal supervision. A successful candidate will be an active and contributing member of a world-class engineering design and science team based in Andover, MA.

• Lead all preparation, documentation, training, and testing efforts associated with product trials and certification tests worldwide.
• Hands-on design, fabrication, and testing of new analytical detection systems and products for homeland security applications.
• Lead and support ongoing R&D sustaining tasks for all trace products and consumables.
• Engage in technical communication, intra-group project discussion with different sites, affiliate companies or collaborators.
• Hands-on design, fabrication, and testing of new analytical detection systems and products for homeland security applications.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

• Requires a B.S. in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field with 0-4 years of relevant experience.  
• Must have general knowledge of IMS and/or MS.  A strong working knowledge is preferred.
• Proven track record of ability to manage and prioritize assigned tasks/projects. simultaneously through communication with engineers/scientists/interns to meet the overall expectations and needs of the company.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with experience representing the company at off-site locations with customers.

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OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.