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Environmental Laboratory Chemist - Edison NJ

Techlaw Consultants And Subsidiaries • Full-time • Edison, New Jersey • 2w ago

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08837 NJ Edison 2890 Woodbridge - Edison, NJ

Full Time

4 Year Degree

$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary

Up to 25%

Day

Exempt (salary)

Description

Position: Environmental Laboratory Chemist, TechLaw

Location: Edison, NJ

Contract: U.S. EPA Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT)

Status: Full Time

Travel: Up to 25%

Salary Range: $55,000 to $60,000 DOE

Office Site/Remote/Hybrid: Office (Laboratory)

Who are We?

TechLaw Consultants has been an environmental consulting firm since 1983, providing services to federal, state and commercial clients. We specialize in managing environmental risks, offering sustainable solutions, and responding to environmental disasters. Our team consists of scientists, engineers, and specialized personnel, delivering advanced, frontline environmental response and support.

We are an employee-owned company, headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, with a work environment that fosters and encourages employee growth and empowerment, promoting a culture of dedicated, creative, and dynamic individuals.

What do we offer YOU?

Competitive compensation
Employee recognition programs, including monetary rewards
17 days of Flexible Paid Time Off
An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401k with a generous employer match
Health, dental, vision, employer-paid life insurance, short/long-term disability, Health Savings/Flexible Spending accounts and more
Collaborative team environment
Entrepreneurial work opportunities

Who are YOU?

You are an experienced organic chemist with a background in extracting and analyzing samples for Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs) and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in water and soil. In this role, you will perform laboratory testing to support the U.S. EPA Laboratory. You should be able to multitask, be highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently, with minimal supervision.

What does your day/week look like?

Conduct the extraction, sample preparation and analysis of environmental samples for pesticides and PCBs
Perform analysis of Methane, Ethylene, and Ethane (MEE) in aqueous samples by HS-GC with FID.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instruments and operate other instrumentation as trained
Prepare reagents and samples to be used in performing assays
Demonstrate proper cleaning techniques for work area, instrumentation, and equipment
Interpret and evaluate data, create an Electronic Date Package (EDP), and upload results LIMS for a final report
Perform review on the organic analytical data to ensure completeness and integrity of results
Perform sample disposal and laboratory cleanups for Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
Perform peer review for organic data validation
Perform SOP review, internal audit, and corrective action when needed
Monitor workflow for incoming samples
Check pending survey of samples and schedule workload accordingly
Support general organic lab operations and functions, including monitoring and requesting supplies and materials to maintain lab supply inventory
Track inventory of supplies and reagents to ensure no interruption of workflow
Trend and monitor key performance metrics as assigned by supervisors
Assist other TechLaw offices upon request

Qualifications

What do you need for this amazing opportunity?

BS or BA in Chemistry or related scientific discipline

Minimum of 5 years of relevant analytical chemistry experience; organic chemistry preferred
Experience with basic laboratory safety practices and QA/QC requirements
A solid background in analysis and interpretation of data
Excellent computer skills; proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to work effectively with multiple disciplines
Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and perform basic mathematical calculations
Authorized to work in the United States, with ability to obtain and maintain state and federal security clearances
At least 21 years of age, with a valid driver's license and safe driving record
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work standing for long periods, work inside a chemical laboratory and handle chemicals all day, and wear personal protective equipment
Ability to complete company-provided environmental training (e.g., 40- or 24-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification)