Environmental Data Validation / Quality Assurance Lead Illinois
About The Position
Do you love Data? Do you have a keen eye for quality? Serco has an opportunity supporting EPA where you could make an impact every day as an environmental data validation lead / quality assurance lead. This is an exciting opportunity leading an environmental laboratory data validation team. The Data Validation / Quality Assurance Lead will assist with the quality assurance, quality control, and data interpretation and validation in Chicago, IL. Serco supports the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) where every day is Earth Day. Our skilled scientists collaborate with EPA staff at their state-of-the-art Laboratory Services and Applied Science Division (LSASD) in Chelmsford, MA, Edison, NJ, Ft. Meade, MD, and Chicago IL. Here you’ll be part of the Environmental Service Assistance Team helping the EPA achieve their mission to protect human health and the environment. Serco offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for learning and expanding knowledge and skills. In this role, you will: Review and validate organic (volatiles, semi-volatiles, pesticides, PCBs) and dioxin/PCB congener data using USEPA National Functional Guidelines (NFGs) and Regional SOPs Review and validate ICP/AES and ICP/MS metals data per NFGs May require a familiarity with various other organic, inorganic and high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) methods Prepare detailed, professional reports on findings Manage electronic data across platforms Monitor workflow, backlogs, and performance metrics Conduct SOP reviews as needed Trend and monitor key performance metrics. T echnical support in development, review, and/or revision of QA-related documents which may include: statements of work, scopes of work, reporting procedures, functional guidelines, data validation manuals, and other data review guidance for various analytical procedures, technical papers/documents prepared for publication, etc. Additional QA Support: Maintenance of laboratory-related documents including support to review, track, and maintain laboratory-related documents Quality Assurance Program: Implementation of a QA Program including QMP, QAPPs, and related procedural SOPs Generation and maintenance of documentation to keep current with program changes and to maintain efficiency.
Requirements
- BS/BA in Chemistry or related field from an accredited university
- 8+ years in an environmental laboratory and/or using EPA methods. (6 years with an MS, 4 years with a Ph.D)
- Experience managing analytical or data validation chemists or quality assurance personnel
- Expertise in Organic and Inorganic prep, analyses, and data review
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
- Must be able to work on-site at the Chicago, IL, Laboratory Monday through Friday. This position does not offer any Hybrids work schedules at this time
- Ability to obtain EPA Public Trust
- Must be able to work evenings and/or weekends if required
- Must be able to work standing for long periods
- Must be able to work inside a chemical laboratory and handle chemicals
- Must be able to wear all PPE (personal protective equipment) if necessary
Nice To Haves
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40-Hour certification
- 2+ years as an organic and/or inorganic chemist or lab technician
- First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Responsibilities
- Review and validate organic (volatiles, semi-volatiles, pesticides, PCBs) and dioxin/PCB congener data using USEPA National Functional Guidelines (NFGs) and Regional SOPs
- Review and validate ICP/AES and ICP/MS metals data per NFGs
- May require a familiarity with various other organic, inorganic and high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) methods
- Prepare detailed, professional reports on findings
- Manage electronic data across platforms
- Monitor workflow, backlogs, and performance metrics
- Conduct SOP reviews as needed
- Trend and monitor key performance metrics
- Technical support in development, review, and/or revision of QA-related documents which may include: statements of work, scopes of work, reporting procedures, functional guidelines, data validation manuals, and other data review guidance for various analytical procedures, technical papers/documents prepared for publication, etc.
- Maintenance of laboratory-related documents including support to review, track, and maintain laboratory-related documents
- Implementation of a QA Program including QMP, QAPPs, and related procedural SOPs
- Generation and maintenance of documentation to keep current with program changes and to maintain efficiency.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
- 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
