Environmental Chemistry Laboratory Specialist

This position is located in Shepherdstown, WV.

The salary range for this position is $55,000-$65,000 per year.

The Water and Environmental Chemistry Laboratory (WECL) Technician assists the WECL Manager in providing analytical services supporting land-based aquaculture systems research, engineering, and external consulting work.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Perform chemical, biological, and physical water and wastewater tests according to standard methods while adhering to QA/QC protocols.
• Conduct sampling on and off-site in accordance with ongoing research and monitoring projects.
• Assist in completing sampling, water quality analysis, data analysis, and reporting for stormwater and facility effluent discharge permits in accordance with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System and other permits.
• Operate and assist in the maintenance of benchtop, field, and other analytical equipment.
• Perform periodic calibration of water quality instrumentation.
• Record and compile laboratory data using manual and computer-based data management systems; assist in preparing analytical reports on operations and activities.
• Properly dispose of hazardous waste generated by the laboratory in accordance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) guidelines.
• Author and update existing laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with staff to deliver on research and consulting projects, including authoring or co-authoring scientific articles and reports (internal and external).

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor of Science degree in biology, chemistry, or environmental science with demonstrated supporting analytical coursework.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal staff, consultants, regulatory agencies, and equipment vendors.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

One year of water chemistry laboratory experience preferred. Familiarity with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Familiarity with WV DEP laboratory compliance standards of performance.

This position involves working in a laboratory setting. The noise level is moderate (60 dB), and occasional travel is required (5%).

The Fund offers a highly competitive benefits package, including employer contributions for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans, retirement plan discretionary company contribution, company contributions to HSA account, company-paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance, continuing education benefit for approved programs, employee assistance program (EAP), generous paid vacation, sick, and floating holidays, voluntary life insurance, AD&D, Spouse and Child plans at group rates, six weeks paid parental leave, and 14 paid holidays.