Description
Leidos has a Science Coordinator opportunity with the Human Health and Performance Contract (HHPC) supporting NASA's Human Systems Engineering & Integration Department at JSC, through technical support for provisioning tasks supporting the flight food system for International Space Station (ISS)
Travel is not anticipated for this position, all work is assumed to take place at Johnson Space Center within the Space Food Systems Laboratory. Tasks include, but are not limited to: physical analysis of flight food components (moisture, pH, water activity, etc.), environmental testing prior to production work, and other science support tasks as assigned.
*US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency and the ability to successfully obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance are required.*
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory analyses as required to support food production, including food component sampling/testing and environmental sampling
Provide analyses support for research projects, as required
Review analysis processes and contribute to the development of SOPs for defined testing
Become proficient in standard laboratory assays and protocols
Ensure analytical equipment is verified routinely and calibrated annually
Conduct sensory testing as required for acceptance of Class I ingredients and production lots
Assist with preparation of data summary charts, as required
May participate in human subject testing
Attend weekly laboratory meetings, as required
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related science (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Food Science, Microbiology)
1.5+ years of relevant work experience
Highly organized, analytical, keen attention to detail
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Process-oriented and quality focus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in laboratory analysis of food, or quality assurance experience in a food production setting
Demonstrated experience in vacuum oven moisture analysis, pH, water activity, and/or environmental sampling
Original Posting Date:
2024-09-18
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $53,950.00 - $97,525.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
REQNUMBER: R-00143900
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
