Environmental Chemist/Scientist

Integral Consulting Inc•Santa Cruz, CA

5d•$52,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Integral Consulting Inc. is seeking an experienced environmental chemist or scientist with 3 to 5 years of experience to join their Sediment and Water Investigations and Monitoring practice in their Santa Cruz, California office. This role primarily involves reviewing and validating environmental data, supporting field programs, and managing a small wet laboratory. The position will support multiple clients and projects, with day-to-day responsibilities including reviewing and validating laboratory data, managing a small wet laboratory, supporting field efforts, and occasionally performing fieldwork. The selected candidate will collaborate closely with project team members on water quality monitoring, stormwater planning and monitoring, and sediment sampling efforts across the Bay Area and Northern California. This position is primarily in-office, with potential for hybrid work. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a lifelong learner, comfortable working independently and collaboratively, and possesses strong principles of quality management and integrity.

Requirements

Minimum of a B.A. or B.S. in chemistry or a related science
At least 3 years of experience in a related technical field
Familiarity with environmental analytical methods for water and sediments
Demonstrated strong personal initiative towards projects, critical thinking, and problem solving
Solid attention to detail
Ability to oversee a small wet laboratory, cleaning glassware and field equipment
Flexibility with work hours as required to meet project needs
Affinity for working outdoors in all weather conditions, with some nights and weekends
A valid U.S. driver's license (or ability to obtain one upon hire) and a clean driving record. If a driver’s license cannot be obtained, reliable transportation to project and field sites is required
Ability to lift and carry items of varying weights as required by the job, occasionally up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
Proficiency with Microsoft® Office products Word and Excel
Excellent written and oral communication skills
A desire to grow both intellectually and professionally
Strong organizational abilities
Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers

Responsibilities

Assisting with sample control procedures for multiple projects
Tracking submission of samples to chemistry laboratories and receipt of associated data for multiple projects
Adhering quality control and quality assurance procedures to ensure data integrity
Communicating with laboratories regarding data quality questions or corrections that may be needed.
Performing quality assurance reviews of technical analyses and results
Managing laboratory and data validation subcontractors
Reviewing CEDEN EDDs and applying the Quality Assurance codes associated with chemistry excursions
Performing Stage 2B and Stage 3 data validation and reporting following EPA’s National Functional Guidelines
Assisting in writing formal QAQC reports
Executing laboratory bottle cleaning procedures and maintaining facility organization
Managing and maintaining a small wet laboratory
Collecting river, stream, creek, ocean, and stormwater samples
Collecting sediment and surface water samples both on land and from boats
Maintaining accurate field and laboratory logs
Adhering to company, project, state, and federal safety policies
Fieldwork may include long days, extended exposure to the elements, prolonged standing, and lifting equipment or materials.
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
Work schedule may include working nights and/or weekends, defined by storm forecasts.