ERG · 5 hours ago
Research Chemist
Research Triangle Park, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $84K/yr
2+ years expERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. They are seeking a highly motivated Research Chemist to join their growing technical team, focusing on hands-on technical execution and contributing to environmental and combustion research.
ConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingHealth CareInformation TechnologyPublic Safety
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., air sampling canisters, XAD, thermal desorption tubes, SPE cartridges, derivatization cartridges, filters)
Preparation of sampling media (i.e., XAD, filters, canisters, thermal desorption tubes, etc.) 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
Communicate processes, results, and challenges to supervisor and management team
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
Qualification
Required
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
Experience applying EPA air emissions methodologies
Proven ability to write technical documentation, including safety plans, operational procedures, facility manuals, and technical reports
Occasional lifting up to 35 lbs. (<5%)
Regular use of industrial PPE, including safety glasses, protective footwear, lab coats, and gloves (~80%)
Work in moderate industrial noise environments (<10%)
Benefits
Health and dental insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Educational benefits
FSAs
A generous 401k plan
Profit sharing
An EAP
11-20 paid vacation days per year
10 paid holidays per year
56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time)
And more.
Company
ERG
ERG is a consulting and environmental services and consulting firm.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-10-05Acquired
Leadership Team
David Meyers
CEO
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