Research Chemist

1d1 day ago

ERG

US · Full-time · $80,000 – $110,000

About this role

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides support to federal, state, and commercial clients. It offers multidisciplinary teams with skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, information technology, and communications. The firm hires top minds and provides a vibrant, flexible environment for career development.

We seek a highly motivated Research Chemist with in-depth knowledge of chemical composition, structure, properties, processes, and transformations. The role suits a driven professional understanding chemical applications, interactions, hazards, production techniques, and safe disposal methods. Contribute to impactful environmental and combustion research by taking ownership of complex projects.

The successful candidate starts with hands-on technical execution in a fast-paced environment. Duties include preparing samples, analyzing with GC/MS or LC/MS, maintaining instruments, and documenting activities per QA plans and SOPs. Confer with scientists to interpret results and develop tests.

Grow quickly into leading projects, shaping technical direction, and supporting team development. Prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively while adhering to safety and health plans. Opportunities arise to assist in technical papers and improve analytical methods.

Requirements

Minimum of 2+ years of experience operating gas chromatography (GC) instrumentation, preferably GC/MS for EPA methods
Proficiency with instrument plumbing, including gas and liquid lines
Familiarity with standard laboratory hygiene practices and protocols
Legible and accurate scientific writing
In-depth knowledge of chemical composition, structure, properties, processes, and transformations
Understanding of chemical applications, interactions, hazards, production techniques, and safe disposal methods
Ability to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Provide professional technical support within allocated task resources and contribute to scientific operations efficiency
Adhere to Quality Assurance Program Plans, Work Plans, SOPs, and Health & Safety Plans; document laboratory activities in notebooks
Maintain laboratory spaces per Safety, Health, and Environmental Management criteria; evaluate and recommend safety improvements
Perform preparation, extraction, and analysis of target compounds from environmental sample matrices using GC/MS, LC/MS
Prepare sampling media such as XAD, filters, canisters, thermal desorption tubes prior to field deployment
Conduct quality control tests, evaluate results against data quality goals, and perform corrective actions
Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments; compile test information to diagnose malfunctions
Communicate processes, results, and challenges to supervisors; assist in writing technical papers or reports