Chemist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a four-year accredited university pursuing a degree in chemistry, geological or environmental sciences.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal), with a variety of individuals.
• Ability to exhibit a high degree of judgment and discretion in handling confidential information and situations.
• Problem solving ability.
• Demonstrate high standards of personal and professional integrity and work ethic.
• Must be a highly organized and detail-oriented team player.
• Knowledge in the use of the Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, MS Project) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Must be able to pass Federal Background Check to gain access to project sites.
• Must be able to pass DMV check and maintain acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass initial drug test.

Nice To Haves

• GIS and CAD a plus.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPPER training a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and understanding of all relevant work plans and health & safety plans prior to initiating field work.
• Responsible for field work preparation, including ensuring all necessary subcontracts are in place, all materials and equipment are in hand, and any training or reviews are completed beforehand.
• Fulfillment of data quality objectives (DQOs) for all field collected data and samples; responsible for data quality during pre-field preparations, field work execution, sample management, and documentation.
• Supervision of subcontractors (including, but not limited to, drilling and well installations), including all documentation.
• Lithologic/soil descriptions per standard references.
• Soil, groundwater, sediment, surface water, air, and waste characterization sampling per established protocols and approved sampling and analysis plans.
• Complete all required field documentation; provide to project manager or archive as directed.
• Data management, including but not limited to: data quality control from initial planning through final reporting, receives and reviews for accuracy and completeness electronic data deliverables from subcontracted laboratories and third-party data validators, produces tables and graphs using MS Excel and other software, performs database downloads and table formulation for reports.
• Assists in writing reports, including sampling & analysis plans, data quality reports, sampling field reports, and other monitoring reports.
• Develop groundwater elevation contour maps, estimate gradients (horizontal, vertical), and flow directions, including analytical and digital modeling.
• Produce data visualization products (work with CADD/GIS on products).
• Provide project management support such as tracking schedules and preparing routine progress reports.
• Support project procurement activities, including developing subcontractor scopes of work, researching subcontractors, pricing, tracking status of bids, and coordinating with the subcontract manager.