Environmental Chemist - Data Validator
Environmental Chemist - Data Validator
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$ 57850 - 104575
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Job Description
Leidos is in search of a Chemist capable of performing environmental verification and validation of inorganic and organic chemical analytical data. This role will conduct data validation and associated activities in support of an environmental remediation program for a group of clients. The position will employ multiple chemical techniques and validation/verification methodologies on environmental samples related to site characterization site remediation environmental permits effluent waters waste disposal and general project support. The individual will utilize data management system(s) to manage samples/data from beginning to end and will write quality assurance/quality control reports.
This is a hybrid position allowing for both office and remote support. When presence in an office is required work can be performed at one of the following locations: Cleveland OH; St. Louis MO; and Reston VA.
Due to contract requirements; U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency is required.
The Challenge:
Perform validation of laboratory data packages of inorganic and organic data received from analytical laboratories
Evaluate lab reports for completeness assess quality control results and assign validation flags to reported results based on the validation criteria
Entering data into various internal databases as well as ERPIMS EQuIS FUDSChem and perform quality control checks on data entry
Prepare written narratives to describe validation findings and write quality assurance/quality control reports
Prepare sample information for field work including database setup of sample IDs labels and chainofcustody documents and evaluate compliance with planning documents
Query data in response to project management needs; evaluate accuracy of final data relative to the reported data
Track samples from collection through laboratory receipt analysis and reporting and evaluate documents for accuracy and completeness
Routine communication and coordination with data management staff to ensure overall project objectives are satisfied
What Sets You Apart:
B.S. degree in chemistry (preferred) or other closely related science and at least four 4 years relevant experience validating inorganic and organic analytical data (including PFAS) and performing environmental data or database management.
Excellent attention to detail and time management.
Must be able to organize and prioritize to accommodate crucial deadlines
Selfstarter with excellent verbal interpersonal and written communication skills
Knowledgeable of computer software programs including spreadsheets database and other Microsoft Office products (Excel Word Access)
You May Also Have:
Experience with inorganic and organic laboratory methods including PFAS QA/QC elements and record keeping.
Experience with environmental data validation practices/policies/procedures especially the Department of Defense Quality Systems Manual and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency National Functional Guidelines for Data Review.
Experience with environmental databases such as ERPIMS EQuIS or FUDSChem or data management software such as MS Access and SQL.
Original Posting:
April 24 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $57850.00 $104575.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
