Job Description

Position Title:

Ames National Laboratory Research Technologist I

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Division of Critical Materials at the Ames National Laboratory is searching for qualified candidates for a Research Technologist I position.

The successful candidate will conduct magnetic materials development under the guidance of Project Principal Investigators, supporting high-priority research within Ames National Laboratory’s state-of-the-art facilities. Primary responsibilities include the synthesis, processing, testing, and characterization of advanced magnetic materials. As a vital member of a US Department of Energy-funded research on critical materials, the incumbent will contribute to the delivery of critical materials solutions.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate robust technical expertise in powder metallurgical processing, paired with strong self-motivation and critical thinking. Essential to this role are effective communication skills and the ability to thrive in a cross-disciplinary, collaborative environment. The successful candidate is expected to foster a collegial atmosphere while maintaining the highest standards of research integrity and ethical conduct.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in powder metallurgical process
• Experience with alloy development, melting, casting, and melt-spinning processes
• Experience in working with flammable fine metallic powder
• Demonstrated capability to fabricate bulk magnets and other magnet materials
• Ability to learn and use materials characterization tools such as magnetometers, XRD, XRF, TGA, DSC, SEM/EDS, universal materials testing systems, and electrical resistivity testing set-up, etc.
• Experience in maintaining research lab equipment
• Experience working under tight deadlines

Department/Program & College Description:

Would you like to continue your scientific career at a U.S. National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a beautiful university campus in a mid-sized city location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S.'s Best Places to Live? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames National Laboratory!

Ames National Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of civility and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success.

Department Unit/Website (if applicable):
www.ameslab.gov

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

List of Professional References

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS807

Original Posting Date:

May 20, 2026

Posting Close Date:

June 10, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19259

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