Environmental Analytical Chemist
About The Position
CSS is seeking a Chemist for its EPA mobile laboratory program in the Emergency Response and Disaster Recovery division, located in Castle Rock, Colorado. The mobile laboratories provide on-site and remote chemical analysis during incidents of national significance. The work includes analyzing air, soil, water, and surface-wipe samples for toxic industrial chemicals, pharmaceuticals, chemical warfare agents, and their breakdown products. The position requires background screening, U.S. citizenship, participation in medical monitoring, and some travel. The Chemist works under minimal supervision and reports to the PHILIS Supervisor/Lead Chemist.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or another physical science from an accredited college or university.
- At least 5 years of experience in environmental laboratory operations, with experience in organic environmental analysis.
- Experience with LC/MS/MS, GC/MS, and/or GC TOF.
- Knowledge of LIMS and instrument operating software.
- Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and laboratory procedures.
- Familiarity with analytical chemistry concepts, practices, and standard analytical procedures, such as EPA SW-846 methods.
- Knowledge of quality assurance programs and compliance with NELAP standards.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen, medical monitoring exam, and government background check.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in field mobile laboratory operations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze environmental samples for organic environmental analysis.
- Perform GC/MS, GC TOF, or LC/MS/MS laboratory analysis and data validation as required to maintain laboratory throughput.
- Use MassHunter, TraceFinder, MassLynx, or other instrument operating software and LIMS for data analysis and processing.
- Perform a variety of analytical testing and apply knowledge of instrumental theory and techniques.
- Screen and log samples into LIMS and prepare samples for laboratory analysis.
- Perform instrument and laboratory maintenance.
- Summarize and record data in official notebooks, order supplies, and maintain a safe working environment.
- Prepare data packages and other reports.
- Participate in evaluations, including setting up, operating, and monitoring equipment and apparatus and carrying out more complex experimental procedures involving novel samples.
- Travel with mobile laboratories for field work for intervals of up to two weeks when needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
