Environmental Inorganic Data Validation Lead Chemist Maryland

Serco • Md Us-Nj Us-Il Us-Ma, MD

12d • Onsite

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 Inorganic data validation 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 Fort Meade, MD 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:

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
• Expertise in 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 Fort Meade , MD, Laboratory Monday through Friday. This position does not offer any Hybrids work schedules at this time
• Ability to obtain EPA Public Trust
• Must have experience working in a lab.
• Must have experience working in an environmental lab.
• 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 inorganic chemist or lab technician
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Expertise working in a lab with Organic Analyses or Inorganic analyses or Air Toxics analyses or Water Toxics analyses.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate ICP/AES and ICP/MS metals data using USEPA National Functional Guidelines (NFGs) and Regional SOPs
• May require a familiarity with various other 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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees