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Environmental Chemist/Microbiologist

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Silver Spring, United States WSSC Water Full time
Essential Functions
Serves as a subject matter expert for Laboratory staff Conduct primary analyses and serve as alternate for other analyses Uses instrumentation such as GFAA , ICP , Hg Analyzers, Flow Injection Analyzers, BOD Analyzers, TOC Analyzers, Sulfate Analyzers, ICP -MS, UV VIS , COD Analyzers, FlowCAM, Microscopes, GC, or other technical equipment for the determination of microbiological organisms, physical properties, metals, and inorganic and organic chemical constituents Performs a variety of analyses, reviews data to ensure all required quality control standards are met, and uploads data to the Laboratory Information Management System ( LIMS ) Monitors, reviews, evaluates, and validates data produced by analysts to detect or asses problems and to determine compliance with acceptable standards Performs and oversees the preparation of samples for subsequent analyses, including filtration, digestion, and extraction Provides cross-training and guidance to laboratory personnel on instrumentation, procedures, and methodologies Assists in achieving compliance with new regulations that may affect WSSC Water’s water and wastewater treatment facilities Prepares and maintains reports to validate data and satisfy the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) and Maryland Department of the Environment ( MDE ) requirements for environmental test procedures Provides technical advice and assistance to the Laboratory Operations Section Manager or Laboratory Division Manager Researches new technological advancements in instrumentation and methodologies for laboratory use Conducts special projects research for the Laboratory Operations Section Manager or Laboratory Division Manager Successfully analyzes quarterly and annual Proficiency Testing samples for assigned analyses Updates all required laboratory QA/QC and safety records at pre-scheduled intervals Assists in writing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Performs routine preventative maintenance on analytical instrumentation Assists Sr Chemist/Microbiologist with sample preparation Assists Laboratory Analysts I and II when workloads demand Assists Sr. Chemist/Microbiologist with research and development of new methodologies Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Some nights, weekends, and holidays.