Senior Environmental Analytical Chemist

CSS has an immediate need for an Environmental Analytical Chemist for our EPA mobile laboratory program, in our Emergency Response and Disaster Recovery division, located in Edison, NJ.

The primary function of the mobile laboratories is to provide on-site and remote chemical analysis during an Incident of National Significance - analysis on-site of all sample matrices (air, soil, water, and surface wipe) for the presence of toxic industrial chemicals, chemical warfare agents and their breakdown products. This position will require background screening and US citizenship, and participation in medical monitoring. Some travel will be necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and analyzes environmental samples for organic environmental analysis using GC/MS, GC/ECD, purge and trap and thermal desorption instrumentation.
• Performs a variety of chemical tests and is knowledgeable of instrumental theory and techniques.
• Screens and logs in samples into LIMS, prepares samples for laboratory analysis, maintains equipment, and orders lab supplies.
• Uses LIMS and ChemStation or MassHunter software to perform data analysis.
• Participates in planning & strategy meetings.
• Suggests modifications to existing protocols & standing operating procedures, equipment, processes or techniques.
• Participates in evaluation process to include set up, operation & monitoring of equipment & apparatus, & more complex experimental procedures involving novel samples.
• Performs instrument and laboratory maintenance.
• Summarizes & records data in official notebooks, orders supplies & maintains a safe working environment. Performs a variety of tasks. Prepares data packages and other reports.
• Works under minimal supervision and reports to the PHILIS Supervisor/Lead Chemist.
• Able to travel with mobile laboratories for field work for up to 2 weeks when needed.

Qualifications:

• BS in Chemistry or other physical science
• 6 - 10 years of experience in environmental laboratory operations, with experience in organic environmental analysis.
• Experience with GC/MS, GC/ECD or GC TOF
• Experience with LIMS and instrument operating software.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within an environmental laboratory.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen, medical monitoring exam, and Government Background check.
• Experience in field mobile laboratory operations is a plus.

• Familiar with a variety of analytical chemistry concepts, practices, and procedures including EPA SW-846 methods and EPA Air Methods.
• Knowledgeable in EPA quality assurance programs and compliance with NELAP standards
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

CSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer who provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. In addition to federal law requirements, CSS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.