Chemistry Data Validator / Analytical Coordinator

GHD • Wayne, DE

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About The Position

Our Environmental team is looking for a Chemistry Data Validator/Analytical Coordinator to provide technical support in the area of environmental analytical chemistry to project teams working within a diverse range of oil & gas and mining clients on a broad portfolio of projects. Working within our Contamination Assessment and Remediation group in our Environmental Chemistry Data Validation team; you will: Perform data verifications and validations using USEPA and regional guidance; prepare data validation reports; and assist with the preparation of Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) Assist project teams with laboratory coordination and selection of analytical methodology based on project specific QA/QC parameters Monitor laboratory turn around times and ensure that data meets the project specified data quality objectives Deliver and be accountable for technical assignments involving data quality assessments and ensure that project objectives are met Utilize your professional decision-making, communication, time management and technical skills Collaborate across the organization with internal project teams, as well as with outside consultants and laboratories

Requirements

• 4-year Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in chemistry (preferred) or related field
• 5+ years environmental analytical chemistry experience (laboratory bench chemistry preferred)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well at a personal and technical level
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently and with team members across the Americas

Nice To Haves

• Experience validating high resolution gas chromatography/mass spectrometry and PFAS analyses
• Experience with environmental analytical data review
• Familiarity with USEPA analytical methodologies
• Knowledge of regional quality standards used for decision making
• Previous experience with data validation and preparation of Quality Assurance Project Plan documents a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform data verifications and validations using USEPA and regional guidance
• Prepare data validation reports
• Assist with the preparation of Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs)
• Assist project teams with laboratory coordination and selection of analytical methodology based on project specific QA/QC parameters
• Monitor laboratory turn around times and ensure that data meets the project specified data quality objectives
• Deliver and be accountable for technical assignments involving data quality assessments and ensure that project objectives are met
• Utilize your professional decision-making, communication, time management and technical skills
• Collaborate across the organization with internal project teams, as well as with outside consultants and laboratories

Benefits

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level