Environmental Chemist

23 hours ago

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Environmental Chemist - Data Validator to join our team at Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional and experienced chemist to work on environmental analytical data validation, data management, and/or environmental laboratory coordination.

Key Responsibilities

As a key member of our team, the successful candidate will be responsible for a full range of activities, including:
  • Reviewing analytical data generated by environmental laboratories in an organized and efficient manner, consistent with and as prescribed by corporate and US EPA data validation standard operating procedures, quality assurance project plans, and published analytical methods;
  • Preparing data quality and data usability assessment reports, which will undergo peer review by the project manager and/or senior chemistry staff;
  • Communicating with laboratory personnel to ensure proper processing of the samples while under laboratory custody and to correct/understand irregular elements encountered during the review of the analytical data;
  • Assisting with the preparation of Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) to ensure laboratory capabilities and sample collection procedures are appropriate for project data quality requirements;
  • Receiving and reviewing electronic data from the laboratories, uploading analytical data into project databases, generating data summary tables, and communicating with laboratory personnel regarding issues associated with the laboratory's electronic deliverables;
  • Acting as a liaison between field personnel and laboratories, ensuring that samples are collected appropriately, submitted to laboratories capable of meeting project needs, and reported consistently with project requirements;
  • Having professional and proactive communication both internally and externally with clients and client contractors;
  • Maintaining confidentiality at all times;
  • Exercising safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs;
  • Participating in the company's continuous improvement programs and providing support to team efforts;
  • Keeping up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops;
  • Performing other duties as assigned depending on your skill set and interests.
Requirements

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or an allied science from an accredited college or university;
  • 5+ years of environmental analytical data validation experience or environmental analytical laboratory experience focused primarily on environmental analyses and quality assurance review;
  • Able to review environmental laboratory data for completeness; correctness; compliance against the published analytical methods; and usability by utilizing corporate data validation standard operating procedures, US EPA and/or State data validation guidelines, and Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs);
  • A strong understanding of US EPA methods for the preparation and analysis of environmental samples is desired;
  • Possess a good understanding of analytical chemistry principles and be able to apply to data quality assurance reviews;
  • Previous work with the Department of Defense, State/local government, or work in environmental chemistry is a plus;
  • Possess a strong understanding of data usability principles and their application to environmental data review;
  • Familiarity with automated data review tools is strongly desired;
  • Familiarity with UFP and State/EPA Region Brownfields QAPP formats is desired;
  • Familiarity with environmental data management systems such as EQuIS is desired;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills;
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;
  • Computer literate - capable of performing tasks such as: creating spreadsheets, composing correspondence, and creating reports and documents using desktop software;
  • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Strong knowledge of Adobe Acrobat;
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; and
  • Meticulous attention to detail and ability to focus on individual tasks while collaborating with your peers.
What We Offer

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:
  • Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $80,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials, and geography;
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage;
  • 401k with a competitive 4% employer match;
  • Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career;
  • Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges;
  • An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive, and collaborate with talented colleagues;
  • Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups;
  • Progressive vacation policies, company holidays, and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance;
  • A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation;
  • Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.

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