Research Scientist II

1 week ago

Durham, North Carolina, United States Jacobs Full time

Your Contribution:

Innovating Today. Shaping Tomorrow.

At Jacobs, we are committed to your growth and success. Our work transcends mere projects; it embodies our shared human endeavor. This is why we adopt a thoughtful and collaborative approach in every partnership.

We challenge conventional thinking and redefine solutions to address the world's most pressing issues, transforming ambitious ideas into intelligent solutions for a more interconnected and sustainable future.

Shape your career with a company that motivates and empowers you to perform at your best, enabling you to evolve, grow, and thrive – both now and in the future.

Deliver expert technical assistance within designated task resources, contributing to enhanced efficiency in scientific support while achieving greater independence in your accomplishments.

Comply with Quality Assurance Program Plans, Work or Test Plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Health & Safety Plans. Ensure thorough, consistent, and complete documentation of all laboratory activities in designated notebooks.

Maintain laboratory environments in accordance with the criteria set by Safety, Health, and Environmental Management. Assess laboratory safety protocols to ensure adherence to standards and implement improvements as necessary.

Collaborate with scientists or engineers to analyze research projects, interpret test outcomes, or devise nonstandard testing methods.

Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to facilitate testing.

Conduct preparation, extraction, and analysis of target compounds from various environmental sample matrices and sampling equipment or media.

Prepare sampling media prior to field deployment for sample collection, ensuring accurate documentation of the preparation process.

Analyze sample preparations using techniques such as GC/MS, LC/MS, or others. Summarize sample data and report analytical results promptly.

Perform quality control tests and evaluate them against data quality indicator objectives. Execute corrective actions as directed by QA and/or project management.

Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure optimal functionality and troubleshoot any malfunctions as required.

Compile and analyze test data to assess process or equipment operational efficiency or to identify malfunctions.

Effectively communicate processes, results, and challenges to supervisors and the management team.

Assist in drafting technical papers or reports, or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests.

Develop, enhance, or customize products, equipment, formulas, processes, or analytical methodologies.

Recommend the procurement of laboratory supplies, such as chemicals, to sustain an adequate working inventory.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from an accredited institution.

Experience in Chemistry — Comprehensive knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances, as well as the chemical processes and transformations they undergo, including their uses, interactions, hazards, production techniques, and disposal methods.

A minimum of 2 years of experience operating gas chromatography (GC) instrumentation, preferably with GC/MS instrumentation for EPA methods.

Proficiency in instrument plumbing, including gas and liquid lines.

Familiarity with fundamental laboratory hygiene practices and protocols.

Ability to work while wearing an air-purifying respirator for up to 1 hour, once per week.

Legible handwriting is essential.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and analytical or scientific software.

Essential Functions:

Lifting - < 35 pounds - 5%

Adherence to appropriate laboratory PPE - 100%, including air-purifying respirator - 2%

Work conducted within specified chemical and industrial laboratory settings.

Other Essential Functions:

Operation of Agilent and/or Thermo Scientific Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectroscopy (GC/MS) systems.

Operation of Thermo Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectroscopy (LC/MS) systems.

Proper handling of compressed gas cylinders, low-pressure liquid dewars, and high-pressure liquid dewars.

Eligibility for Federal Facility Access approval as a contractor.

Engagement in a variety of routine scientific activities that require the application of scientific principles related to the research, design, and development of laboratory and field projects.

Review and evaluate analysis data concerning the needs, requirements, and operations for test project design and support.

Prepare technical reports, procedures, and proposals, making recommendations regarding changes and revisions to the task leader.

Perform other technical activities as necessary.

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