Associate Environmental Chemist

Description

• Validate environmental analytical data in accordance with USEPA, regional, and state-specific validation guidelines to ensure data quality objectives are met.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebook.
• Safetly perform work in the office and field; fieldwork may occur in all seasonal weather conditions, using equipment (with an ability to left and move approximately 50 pounds without assistance) and operating vehicles on behalf of the company.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements.
• Manage and report environmental analytical data and geo-environmental data through multiple software platforms.
• Work with laboratories to ensure data meets client requirements and project data quality objectives.
• Under general supervision, collect and compile chemical and environmental data from samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for scientific analysis of chemical contamination.
• Coordinate environmental laboratory services and field sampling events.
• Prepare data validation narratives and data usability reports.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Requirements

• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Basic knowledge of USEPA analytical methods, including experience in operation of laboratory instrumentation and associated data systems.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, or closely related discipline.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.
• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Work) with advanced-level Excel.
• Experience writing analytical SOPs, QAPPs, FSPs and other quality management documents.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Prior experience including internships strongly desired.
• Experience with EQuISTM Professional.
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120).

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance