Position Title:

Procurement Assistant - Ames National Laboratory

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Experience in purchasing goods and services
Experience with using Smartsheet, ServiceNow, Costpoint, Cognos, and Microsoft Office Suites, Adobe, Box
Experience using G Suites
Experience with online meeting Apps, e.g., Zoom, Google Chat, etc.

Job Description:

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

Ames 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.

Ames Lab is seeking a Procurement Assistant. This position would process and accurately key purchase requisitions into Costpoint, ensuring compliance with internal and external procurement policies. Provide administrative support to the procurement team and assist with resolving requisition or order-related inquiries from internal customers. Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records in the procurement system, including certificates of insurance, active representations and certifications, and W-9 forms.

This position will be on-site, M-F with the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is a 1-year term appointment.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type:

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

March 1, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS806

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:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) List of Professional References

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.

Why Choose ISU?

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.

Original Posting Date:

December 22, 2025

Posting Close Date:

January 9, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R18360