NJ Department of Environmental Protection · 21 hours ago
Research Scientist 3
Trenton, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$77K/yr - $113K/yr
2+ years expThe NJ Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Research Scientist 3 to implement and carry out chemical research projects in a laboratory setting. The role involves conducting on-site audits, ensuring compliance with analytical methodologies, and leading projects related to environmental sample analyses.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Under the limited supervision of a Research Scientist 1 or other supervisory official in a State department, institution, or agency, implements and carries out chemical research projects designed by higher-level scientific staff, primarily in a laboratory setting and may include related field and/or office work; does other related duties as required
Activities include duties related to the administration of the NJDEP Laboratory Certification Program and the administration of the NJDEP Quality Assurance Program
The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, conducting on-site audits of labs analyzing samples for drinking water, wastewater, solid/hazardous waste, and air
Assures the analytical methodology is consistent with test procedures established by national organizations, and data generated by the methodology is accurate and acceptable for use by the environmental community
Leads projects to evaluate and define the technical standards needed for the operation of scientific instrumentation used for the analyses of environmental samples
Makes qualitative evaluations related to the generation, collection, review and use of analytical data
Could require approximately 25-30% of work time traveling
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master of Science degree in chemistry or other appropriate physical or environmental science discipline
Two (2) years of experience in chemical analysis or research
A Doctorate in a physical, chemical, or environmental science discipline may be substituted for the experience indicated above
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry or other appropriate physical or environmental science discipline
Three (3) years of experience in chemical analysis or research; one (1) year of which must be in the operation of the gas chromatography mass spectrometer, gas chromatograph, high performance liquid chromatograph, fourier transform mass spectrometer, inductively coupled plasma spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrometer, x-ray defractor, transmission electron microscope, or updated replacement thereof
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations
Preferred
Strong knowledge of environmental testing methodologies and quality assurance/quality control procedures used in the analyses of drinking water, wastewater, and solid/hazardous waste, and experience performing analytical techniques
An understanding of state and federal regulations and requirements
Ability to multi-task, and write clear, technically sound, accurate and factual reports to evaluate a laboratory's compliance with State and Federal regulations
Benefits
Paid Benefit Leave
Holiday Pay
Alternative Workweek Program
Telework
Pension
Deferred Compensation
Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Commuter Tax Savings Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
NJ Department of Environmental Protection
On America's first official "Earth Day" — April 22, 1970, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection was born.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kimberly Cahall
Chief Enforcement Officer
Vincenzo Ferriola
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