Environmental Chemist, Data Validator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Conduct validation of chemical data and perform independent technical assessments of both inorganic and organic analytical laboratory data packages.

• Assess laboratory deliverables for thoroughness and adherence to compliance standards, evaluate quality control outcomes, and apply data validation qualifiers.

• Supervise and review Stage 2 data validation carried out by junior and mid-level chemists.

• Draft data validation narratives, QA/QC reports, and evaluations of data usability.

• Write, review, and implement UFP-QAPPs along with relevant quality assurance documentation.

• Assist in environmental field sampling by setting up databases, identifying samples, creating labels, managing chain-of-custody documentation, and conducting compliance reviews.

• Oversee environmental samples and analytical data management throughout the entire project lifecycle.

• Execute quality control assessments in EQuIS, ERPIMS, ADR.net, and FUDSChem.

• Query, analyze, and reconcile environmental data while verifying final database entries against laboratory outcomes.

• Manage analytical laboratory subcontractors, coordinate sample delivery and schedules, evaluate performance, and address QA/QC issues.

• Collaborate with project managers, environmental scientists, engineers, field personnel, laboratories, and data management teams.

• Offer technical expertise in analytical chemistry, laboratory methodologies, data quality, validation standards, and interpretation of chemical data.

• Assist with environmental investigations, site characterization, remediation, permitting, effluent monitoring, waste characterization and disposal, and restoration activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific field.

• Minimum of 10 years of pertinent experience in environmental chemistry, with a focus on validating inorganic and organic analytical data and managing environmental data/databases.

• Proven experience in validating analytical data for environmental investigations, remediation efforts, restoration projects, or compliance programs.

• Familiarity with PFAS analytical data and other emerging contaminants.

• Experience in overseeing and providing technical reviews for junior and mid-level chemists conducting Stage 2 data validation.

• Comprehensive knowledge of EPA SW-846 methods, Contract Laboratory Program (CLP) requirements, and methodologies in environmental analytical chemistry.

• Capability to assess laboratory QA/QC results and ascertain the usability and quality of environmental analytical data.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage responsibilities across multiple projects and competing deadlines.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Must successfully pass a Public Trust background investigation.

• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent residency is mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support.