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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Junior Environmental Scientist

Morristown, NJ

Contract

Onsite

Entry Level

$70K/yr - $85K/yr

1+ years exp

WSP USA, Inc. is seeking a Junior Environmental Scientist to work out of their Valhalla, NY or Morristown, NJ office. This role focuses on environmental data management and evaluation, as well as supporting environmental site investigations and remediation projects.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist senior chemists in defining analytical and quality assurance /quality control (QA/QC) requirements for projects performed under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and other hazardous waste or petroleum response programs

Coordinate subcontract or EPA laboratories and data validation providers

Compile, organize, process, and analyze environmental data using statistical and database tools

Assist with the collection and management of environmental samples during field investigations

Contribute to the preparation of Uniform Federal Policy Quality Assurance Project Plans (UFP-QAPPs); and

Support the development of technical reports and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to interpret and communicate analytical results that inform project decisions and environmental strategies

Qualification

Environmental ScienceAnalytical ChemistryData ManagementMicrosoft OfficeStatistical AnalysisField WorkHAZWOPER CertificationCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Must possess a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Environmental Science, a Chemistry-related discipline or equivalent

1-3 years of post-graduate experience working with analytical chemistry, field/lab analyses or coordination, and data processing

Must possess strong mathematical, analytical, and reasoning skills with a high level of attention to detail

Must be attentive to detail and tolerant of repetition in the comprehensive review and organization of data

Must be adept with Microsoft Office ® programs; rapid and precise data management skills using databases in MS Excel and/or MS Access ® is required

Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills

Must be physically able to pass an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)-mandated medical examination for work on hazardous waste sites

Must be physically able and willing to perform field work associated with site investigations and site assessments

Must have a valid driver's license and be available with reasonable notice for field work on evenings or weekends as project requirements arise

Preferred

Experience designing and performing data queries in MS Access® and managing large relational databases

Experience using graphical and statistical analysis software beyond standard MS Excel ® (JMP ® software and the Analysis ToolPak ® add-in to MS Excel ® are examples)

Prior experience with organic and/or inorganic data validation

Advanced degrees in chemistry or related fields, along with additional related experience

Familiarity with USEPA Region 2 EQuIS ® EDD format

Knowledge of UFP-QAPP requirements and experience applying related protocols

Current OSHA 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification and medical clearance for hazardous waste work

Prior experience conducting environmental site investigations at hazardous waste sites, particularly those involving contaminated sediments or groundwater

Benefits

Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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