Chemist (Remote)

Chemist
Job ID

15306
# of Openings

5
Job Location
US
Category

Disaster Support
Relocation Assistance

No
Job Description

Dewberry is seeking a Chemist to supportprojects nationwide , with sampling and testing related project experience in the Federal sector. Preferred candidates will have experience in preparing and overseeing implementation of sampling and QA/QC processes following Quality Assurance Project Plans for the collection and analysis of water samples. Must have experience with EPA's data quality objectives, operation of field laboratory analysis of water samples, calibration, maintenance and use of field screening devices/meters. Must be a clear communicator and able to maintain written logs and provide documentation to support project objectives.
*Please note, remote work is not permitted for this role. This is a nonfulltime , deploymentbased on-call position across the United States. Team members are deployed to impacted sites as needed and may travel frequently on short notice. While the role requires physical presence at various disaster locations, it is not tied to a single office or fixed worksite.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Responsibilities
Prepare and oversee implementation of sampling and QA/QC elements for the Quality Assurance Project Plan
Determine, in consultation with management, the appropriate type and quality of analyses to be performed to attain EPA's data quality objectives.
Operate a field laboratory for analysis of water samples, as necessary.
Calibrate, maintain, and use field screening device/meters. Interpret data and evaluate field results.
Keep a written log of activities on sampling and analytical results. Prepare written technical reports of sampling, survey, treatability, and analyses.
Required Skills & Required Experience

• Master's degree in chemistry or related field
• 3+ years of relative experience
• Proficiency with field laboratory equipment, calibration, maintenance, and testing of water samples
• Proficiency in created detailed reports related to water sampling, treatment, and analysis.
• Excellent communications and client relations skills
• Must have the ability to work as a team player
• Clean driving record

• At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
• This position is covered by the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act of 1965 (SCA).
• Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
• Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

Salary Range
The projected range for this position is $35 to $42 hourly. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.
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