Serco · 15 hours ago
Entry Level Scientist - (Durham, NC)
Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expSerco is currently accepting resumes for Entry Level Scientists to support Federal agencies in the RTP area. The role involves conducting research in atmospheric chemistry and physics, decontamination and disposal methods, and applied methods development for environmental studies.
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Responsibilities
Perform sample collection and analyses during the experiments
Operate equipment, observe significant events that affect results, and suggest modifications to experimental designs and/or equipment configurations
Maintain and repair experimental equipment and ancillary devices. Make alterations as required to improve equipment operation or investigate additional parameters that may affect the evaluation of the process
Evaluate data acquired and prepare reports documenting the operation of the test equipment, the results obtained, and the quality of the results. The reports shall include any tables, charts, graphs, drawings, or appendices necessary to fully explain the experiments performed, shall clearly document the results, and shall identify and support the quality of data included
Conduct experiments related to the evaluation of sampling (surface and air) and analytical techniques for the measurement of chemical, biological, and radiological agents; and experiments related to the fate and transport of such agents
Maintain and repair pumps, fans, controllers, and other associated equipment, as needed
Develop test plans to meet research objectives, review execution of such plans, evaluate data, and report results
Modify bench, pilot, and full-scale installation configurations and install test equipment as required by research objectives
Conduct field evaluations of various types of pollutant collection, measuring, and/or monitoring instruments and methods. This may include operating and maintaining a field evaluation facility for this purpose. Most such field evaluations are expected to be in the local RTP area; however, field evaluations at non-local locations may be required on occasion
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Physics, Chemistry, biology, natural resources, or a related scientific discipline
Minimum 6 months of experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
Ability to travel less than 10%
Preferred
Excellent verbal, oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Ability to be flexible, multi-task, prioritize, and manage multiple activities simultaneously in a fast-paced, changing environment
Strong team player with the ability to both collaborate and to take initiative and work well independently
Superior attention to detail and the ability to meet stringent deadlines
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Tuition reimbursement program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Employee Assistance Plan
Company
Serco
Serco is a provider of professional, technology, and management services to government.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1988-05-12IPO
Leadership Team
Andrew Head
CEO, Serco Asia Pacific
Michael LaRouche
Chief Executive Officer, North America
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