Experienced ICP Environmental Chemist; Metals Chemist

Shift

Job Posting Work Shift (Days And Times):
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; times may vary based on business needs.

Looking for an experienced ICP/MS or OES metals specialist to join our Environmental lab. This role is vital to ensure that the lab is able to analyze water and soil samples for metal concentrations. The person chosen for this role will provide guidance in method development, instrument trouble shooting and maintenance. This facility houses a significant number of instruments allowing for high volume analysis.

Responsible for being a technical specialist to serve the needs of the metals department to help achieve department goals.

• Serves as a technical lead to staff to include providing analytical training and maintenance training.
• Troubleshoots instrument problems and works with instrument manufacturers to revolve problems.
• Develops methods as needed to achieve evolving regulatory limits or to meet needs of new methods.
• Sets up equipment and methods for use by analytical staff
• Overseeing or reviewing, completing and processing comprehensive types of SOPs and related materials.
• Provides analysis, interpretation and counsel to staff and management
• Performs data review or analysis as needed to meet customer needs
• Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

• Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biochemistry or related field, Required
• At least 5 years of experience, Required
• Experience operating and maintaining ICP-OES and/or ICP-MS, Required
• Instrument and method troubleshooting experience, Required
• Instrument maintenance experience, Required
• Training others on instrumentation, Preferred
• Method Development experience, Preferred
• Mercury analyzer experience, Preferred

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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.