CHEMIST
Listed on 2026-01-23
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Science
Environmental Compliance, Research Scientist
Annual Salary
$76,942 to $112,459; $82,914 to $121,208; and $95,254 to $139,290
The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $104,650 to $129,998; $125,426 to $155,827; $132,295 to $164,367; and $136,158 to $169,169.
A Chemist performs organic, inorganic, and physical chemical analyses and research studies in connection with water quality, wastewater, storm water, solid resources and industrial water treatment, and construction and maintenance materials; performs research studies using standard or innovative methods; conducts investigations, assesses hazardous waste and water quality; tests for combustion products, insulating and lubricating oil, and asphalt binder, additives, and emulsion;
provides expert testimony; researches, evaluates, and summarizes scientific literature; prepares standard operating procedures (SOP) of laboratory and field instruments; reviews test results and prepares technical reports; performs thorough recordkeeping of observations and measurements; follows quality assurance and safety programs; performs routine maintenance of analytical instruments; performs specialized sampling of waters, soils, solids, air, water sediment, asphalt, and waste oil in the field;
operates automated sampling equipment, flow meters, and portable analytical instruments; reviews and analyzes scientific reports and data related to environmental assessment, water quality, and public health; conducts field investigations at various project sites to design environmental studies and prepare monitoring plans, written conclusions, and recommendations; maintains inventories of chemicals, supplies, and equipment; and attends and makes technical presentations at meetings and conferences.
Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a major in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, or Chemical Engineering, with at least twenty‑four (24) semester units or thirty‑six (36) quarter units of college chemistry. Acceptable coursework or experience includes utilizing at least two of the following instruments:
Three (3) years of full‑time paid work experience in a chemistry lab conducting chemical analysis utilizing the instruments listed above in a State accredited drinking water, wastewater, or hazardous waste laboratory may be substituted for the twenty‑four (24) semester units or thirty‑six (36) quarter units of college chemistry coursework.
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