Senior Scientist - Laboratories

Montrose Environmental Group • Wilmington, NC

1d • $65,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Scientist in our Wilmington, NC lab, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals. The compensation range for this role is $65,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, related field
• Experience in environmental sample extraction / preparation
• Experience in analyzing samples using chromatography and mass spectrometry.
• Detail oriented, reliable, highly motivated, and will interact well in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, a high energy level, a sense of commitment to assure that obligations and quality are met and be capable of handling multiple assignments concurrently.
• Working knowledge of statistics, analytical software and basic computer skills, especially MS Office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in working in an accredited laboratory and experience with methods used for the quantitative determination of environmental contaminants
• Experience working in compliance with ISO 17025 and Department of Defense/Department of Energy Quality Systems Manual 6.0 accreditation standards
• Experience with developing and improving instrument methods and preparation methods

Responsibilities

• Carry out operational duties as required in the analytical department and preparation lab
• Operation, management, maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation
• Support analysts and prep technicians with troubleshooting and problem solving
• Aid in standards preparation and validation
• Train analysts and prep technicians as required
• Development and writing of analytical methods, SOPs and validations
• Work with the Technical Director to develop new capabilities / methods and improve existing methods
• Assist in data compilation / review and analyzing data toward project direction goals and milestones; prepare summary of findings and observations
• Assist with any literature compilation for presentation or publishing
• Laboratory day-to-day housekeeping and ordering responsibilities as required
• Other duties, as assigned

Benefits

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with individuals with disabilities.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
• We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success.
• We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.

What This Job Offers

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