Environmental Chemist (Corvallis, OR)
Core
Prepare and analyze environmental samples (soil, water, air, waste, tissue) for chemical contaminants using inorganic chemistry methods to support EPA programs.
Role type
Senior IC environmental chemist
Builds
Analytical data for EPA regulatory programs (Drinking Water, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Superfund)
Domain
Environmental science / Inorganic chemistry
Required skills
inorganic chemistry methods, sample preparation (acid digestion), ICP-OES, ICP-MS, EPA methods compliance, NELAC standards, critical thinking
Preferred skills
paperless laboratory environment, SW846 methods, CVAA, TDAA, IC, TOC, FIA, LIMS (Promium Element), TNI/NELAC accreditation experience, federal facility experience
Technologies
ICP-OES, ICP-MS, CVAA, TDAA, IC, TOC, FIA, LIMS
Responsibilities
Sample preparation (primarily acid digestion), operation of ICP-OES and ICP-MS instrumentation, compliance with EPA methods and NELAC standards, working independently and as part of a team
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC