Research Chemist

Durham County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal state and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering science economics public health informational technology and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize perform and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Chemist to join our growing technical team. This role is ideal for a driven professional with knowledge beyond rudimentary academics of the chemical composition structure and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions hazards & danger signs production techniques and disposal methods. or a related field who is eager to take ownership of complex projects and contribute to meaningful environmental and combustion research.

The successful candidate will initially focus on hands-on technical execution and will quickly grow into opportunities to lead projects influence technical direction and support team development.

Job Description:

Provide professional technical support within allocated task resources and contribute to an overall increase in efficiency of scientific support with increasing independent accomplishment
Adhere to Quality Assurance Program Plans Work or Test Plans Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) Health & Safety Plans. Thoroughly consistently and completely document all laboratory activities in specified notebooks
Maintain laboratory spaces according to the criteria specified by Safety Health and Environmental Management. Evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed
Confer with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses of research projects interpret test results or develop nonstandard tests
Prepare test solutions compounds or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests
Preparation extraction and analysis for target compounds from various environmental sample matrices and sampling equipment or media (i.e. air sampling canisters XAD thermal desorption tubes SPE cartridges derivatization cartridges filters)
Preparation of sampling media (i.e. XAD filters canisters thermal desorption tubes etc.) prior to field deployment for sample collection. Accurately document the preparation
Analysis of sample preparations by GC/MS LC/MS or other techniques. Reduction of sample data and reporting of analytical results in a timely manner
Conduct quality control tests and evaluate against data quality indicator goals. Perform corrective actions as prescribed by QA and/or project management
Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed
Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions
Communicate processes results and challenges to supervisor and management team
Assist in writing technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes facilities products or tests
Develop improve or customize products equipment formulas processes or analytical methods
Recommend purchasing of laboratory supplies such as chemicals to maintain working inventory

Qualifications and Skills:

At a minimum have experience in the operation of gas chromatography (GC) instrumentation preferably 2 years operation of GC/MS instrumentation for EPA methods
Proficiency with instrument plumbing gas lines and liquid lines
Familiarity with basic laboratory hygiene processes and protocols
Must have legible writing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products as well as analytical or scientific software
Ability to interpret technical manuals equipment documentation and laboratory procedures
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Experience applying EPA air emissions methodologies
Proven ability to write technical documentation including safety plans operational procedures facility manuals and technical reports
Occasional lifting up to 35 lbs. (<5%)
Regular use of industrial PPE including safety glasses protective footwear lab coats and gloves (80%)
Work in moderate industrial noise environments (<10%)

$60000 - $84000 a year

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental insurance life insurance long-term disability educational benefits FSAs a generous 401k plan profit sharing an EAP 11-20 paid vacation days per year 10 paid holidays per year 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual preference national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is . ERG may on occasion screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype Teams GoToMeeting or another type of video platform. However any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If youre a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERGs online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation please contact Human Resources via email at emailprotected or call .

ERG fosters a friendly flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do the partnerships we foster and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

Required Experience:

The successful candidate will initially focus on hands-on technical execution and will quickly grow into opportunities to lead projects influence technical direction and support team development.

Job Description:

Provide professional technical support within allocated task resources and contribute to an overall increase in efficiency of scientific support with increasing independent accomplishment
Adhere to Quality Assurance Program Plans Work or Test Plans Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) Health & Safety Plans. Thoroughly consistently and completely document all laboratory activities in specified notebooks
Maintain laboratory spaces according to the criteria specified by Safety Health and Environmental Management. Evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed
Confer with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses of research projects interpret test results or develop nonstandard tests
Prepare test solutions compounds or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests
Preparation extraction and analysis for target compounds from various environmental sample matrices and sampling equipment or media (i.e. air sampling canisters XAD thermal desorption tubes SPE cartridges derivatization cartridges filters)
Preparation of sampling media (i.e. XAD filters canisters thermal desorption tubes etc.) prior to field deployment for sample collection. Accurately document the preparation
Analysis of sample preparations by GC/MS LC/MS or other techniques. Reduction of sample data and reporting of analytical results in a timely manner
Conduct quality control tests and evaluate against data quality indicator goals. Perform corrective actions as prescribed by QA and/or project management
Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed
Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions
Communicate processes results and challenges to supervisor and management team
Assist in writing technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes facilities products or tests
Develop improve or customize products equipment formulas processes or analytical methods
Recommend purchasing of laboratory supplies such as chemicals to maintain working inventory

Qualifications and Skills:

At a minimum have experience in the operation of gas chromatography (GC) instrumentation preferably 2 years operation of GC/MS instrumentation for EPA methods
Proficiency with instrument plumbing gas lines and liquid lines
Familiarity with basic laboratory hygiene processes and protocols
Must have legible writing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products as well as analytical or scientific software
Ability to interpret technical manuals equipment documentation and laboratory procedures
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Experience applying EPA air emissions methodologies
Proven ability to write technical documentation including safety plans operational procedures facility manuals and technical reports
Occasional lifting up to 35 lbs. (<5%)
Regular use of industrial PPE including safety glasses protective footwear lab coats and gloves (80%)
Work in moderate industrial noise environments (<10%)

$60000 - $84000 a year

Required Experience: