Nanomaterial Research Chemist

National Institute of Standards and Technology
Gaithersburg, MD On-site Full-time $85,447–$133,142/yr
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Workplace On-site
Employment Full-time
Location Gaithersburg, MD
Salary $85,447–$133,142/yr
Career field Science
Matched occupation Chemists
Posted Sep 24, 2026
Source USAJobs (federal)

About this role

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.

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Matched career Chemists
Science
$91,240US median annual pay
+4.9%Projected growth · faster than average
6,300Annual openings
82,770Currently employed

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