American Water · 1 day ago
Senior Scientist
Belleville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAmerican Water is a leading provider of water and wastewater services in the United States. The Senior Scientist will assist in solving complex problems and perform research activities to support the development of innovative research initiatives aligned with the company's objectives. This role involves collaboration on grant proposals, contributing to peer-reviewed publications, and representing research findings to stakeholders.
ConsumerWaste ManagementWater
Responsibilities
Maintain laboratory equipment for measurements and analysis of water and wastewater constituents
Assist in developing analytical methods and/or techniques for measuring and monitoring contaminants of emerging concerns
Prepare and execute sampling plans in system of record like LIMS for research sampling needs
Coordinate with research stakeholders from other business areas, interns, and vendors
Execute research and innovation projects, water quality evaluations and proactive contaminant tracking; tracks project budgets and costs
Assist in preparing technical information and major findings of research and innovation projects into clear, comprehensive written weekly or monthly reports and research reports. Participates in project progress meetings
Contribute to articles in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national and local conferences
Stay abreast of latest trends and scientific developments in one’s chosen domain
Provide input on water and wastewater research prioritization
Partner with the operations and provides technical support as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related field
5+ years of full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization, relevant in the water industry or laboratory
Knowledge of analytical chemistry, microbiology and scientific laboratory techniques
Knowledge of laboratory methods and operation and maintenance of one or more advanced analytical instrument systems or complex apparatus used in R&D research activities using spectroscopy, chromatography and microscopy such as GCMS and LCMS, TOC, IC, fluorescence, microbiological assays
Computer literacy (competent in use of Word and Excel, LIMS, SAP and other software as needed)
Statistical analysis, database and file management techniques
Experience and ability to perform methods of data analysis
Advanced scientific writing
Laboratory management and safety practice
Knowledge of EPA and/or Standard Methods
Knowledge of drinking water and wastewater regulations
Knowledge of conventional, advanced and emerging water treatment technologies
Organizational skills
Maintaining concise laboratory notes and records
Analyzing and collating scientific data derived from experiments
Use of PC software for statistical analysis, modeling, data mining and manipulation, with proficiency in data analysis
Distilling complex data from multiple sources to create project reports, presentations and publications capable of conveying research results in a clear, concise fashion to AW staff, as well as to external agencies
Written and oral communication skills, including presenting data and project findings to technical audiences and other stakeholders
Works effectively, both independently and as part of a team
Company
American Water
American Water is a waste water utility company.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (12)
2024 (8)
2023 (14)
2022 (14)
2021 (15)
2020 (20)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$900.57MKey Investors
Water Research Foundation
2024-02-21Grant· $0.57M
2023-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2017-11-29Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
John Griffith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Susan N. Story
President & Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-12-16
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