Lab Research Chemist

Overview ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, information technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and provide a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. We are seeking a highly motivated Research Chemist to join our growing technical team. This role is ideal for a driven professional with knowledge beyond rudimentary academics of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, hazards and danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods, or a related field who is eager to take ownership of complex projects and contribute to meaningful environmental and combustion research.
Responsibilities Provide professional technical support within allocated task resources and contribute to an overall increase in efficiency of scientific support with increasing independent accomplishment
Adhere to Quality Assurance Program Plans, Work or Test Plans, Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs), Health & Safety Plans. Thoroughly, consistently, and completely document all laboratory activities in specified notebooks
Maintain laboratory spaces according to the criteria specified by Safety, Health, and Environmental Management. Evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed
Confer with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses of research projects, interpret test results, or develop nonstandard tests
Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests
Preparation, extraction, and analysis for target compounds from various environmental sample matrices and sampling equipment or media (i.e., prior to field deployment for sample collection. Accurately document the preparation
Analysis of sample preparations by GC/MS, LC/MS, or other techniques. Reduction of sample data and reporting of analytical results in a timely manner
Conduct quality control tests and evaluate against data quality indicator goals. Perform corrective actions as prescribed by QA and/or project management
Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed
Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions
Assist in writing technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests
Develop, improve, or customize products, equipment, formulas, processes, or analytical methods
Recommend purchasing of laboratory supplies, such as chemicals, to maintain working inventory
Qualifications and Skills At a minimum have experience in the operation of gas chromatography (GC) instrumentation, preferably 2+ years operation of GC/MS instrumentation for EPA methods
Proficiency with instrument plumbing - gas lines and liquid lines
Familiarity with basic laboratory hygiene processes and protocols
Must have legible writing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products as well as analytical or scientific software
Ability to interpret technical manuals, equipment documentation, and laboratory procedures
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Proven ability to write technical documentation, including safety plans, operational procedures, facility manuals, and technical reports
Regular use of industrial PPE, including safety glasses, protective footwear, lab coats, and gloves (80%)
Work in moderate industrial noise environments (10%)
Benefits ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

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