On-call Environmental Data Validation Chemist
On-call Environmental Data Validation Chemist
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$ 60927 - 103576
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Job Description
ICF seeks an On-call Environmental Data Validation Chemist to join our team of environmental professionals to support an EPA contract the Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT) across the country.
This position will be on-call and remote (within the continental United States)
As an Environmental Data Validation Chemist you will be responsible for evaluating and validating environmental laboratory analytical data for compliance with method and program/project QA/QC requirements. Reviews of laboratory-reported data will be conducted following EPAs National Functional Guidelines or other procedures as directed. Duties will include preparing written reports and editing electronic data in the cloud or through electronic file transfer to incorporate validation qualifiers as well as reviewing the work of others doing similar work (i.e. technical or peer review). The successful candidate must be able to work both independently and as a member of a team of chemists and technicians.
The position primarily allows for remote work but there is an opportunity for the selected candidate to attend in-person team activities and meetings at the client facility in Fort Meade Maryland once a week if they are within reasonable traveling distance and express interest in doing so.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in chemistry or equivalent years (4 years) of chemistry lab experience
4 years of experience in organic and/or inorganic analysis using CLP SW-846 and other EPA methods.
Ability to work remotely (i.e. experience using collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams maintaining joint calendars schedules or files).
Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel and Adobe Acrobat to create and edit documents/files.
Must be authorized to work in the United States of America per federal contract requirements.
MUST BE ABLE TO PASS an EPA background check to obtain access to US federal property per contract requirements.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
Experience in non-routine analyses such as PFAS by EPA methods explosives or radionuclides is desirable.
Laboratory experience with EPA methods and laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC LCMS GC GC/MS GC/HRMS ICP/AES ICP/MS IC CVAA etc. for the analysis of organic and inorganic constituents and contaminants is preferred.
Experience in validating data according to the EPA National Functional Guidelines and use of the SMO Portal EXES website and software is preferred.
Experience writing reviewing or implementing quality assurance project plans (QAPPs) sampling and analysis plans (SAPs) and related documents in accordance with EPA QA/R-5: EPA Requirements for Quality Assurance Project Plans; EPA QA/G-9: Guidance for the Data Quality Assessment: Practical Methods for Data Analysis; EPA QA/G-4HW: Guidance for the Data Quality Objectives Process for Hazardous Waste Sites; and other EPA quality assurance guidance is desirable.
Experience reviewing/validating data from other methods/programs is desirable.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$60927.00 - $103576.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)Employment Type
Part-Time
