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Research Chemist

ERG

Job Location:

Durham County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 7 February 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 4 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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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 in-depth knowledge of the chemical composition structure and properties of substances as well as the chemical processes and transformations they undergo. This includes understanding chemical applications interactions hazards production techniques and safe disposal methods. The ideal candidate is eager to take ownership of complex projects and contribute to impactful environmental and combustion research.

The successful candidate will initially focus on hands-on technical execution and will have opportunities to quickly grow into roles leading projects shaping technical direction and supporting team development.

Job Description:

Provide professional technical support within allocated task resources and contribute to overall efficiency of scientific operations achieving increasing levels of independent accomplishment
Adhere to Quality Assurance Program Plans Work or Test Plans Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Health & Safety Plans; thoroughly and consistently document all laboratory activities in designated notebooks
Maintain laboratory spaces according to Safety Health and Environmental Management criteria; evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance or recommend improvements
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 experiments
Perform preparation extraction and analysis of target compounds from various environmental sample matrices and sampling equipment or media (e.g. air sampling canisters XAD thermal desorption tubes SPE cartridges filters)
Prepare sampling media (e.g. XAD filters canisters thermal desorption tubes) prior to field deployment and accurately document preparation procedures
Analyze sample preparations using GC/MS LC/MS or other analytical techniques; reduce sample data and report analytical results in a timely manner
Conduct quality control tests and evaluate results against data quality indicator goals; perform corrective actions as prescribed by QA and/or project management
Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments to ensure proper functionality
Compile and analyze test information to evaluate process or equipment performance or diagnose malfunctions
Communicate processes results and challenges to supervisors and management teams
Assist in writing technical papers or reports and prepare standards and specifications for processes facilities products or tests
Develop improve or customize products equipment formulas processes or analytical methods
Recommend and manage laboratory supply purchases including chemicals to maintain adequate working inventory

Qualifications and Skills:

Minimum of 2 years of experience operating gas chromatography (GC) instrumentation preferably including GC/MS instrumentation for EPA methods
Proficiency with instrument plumbing including gas and liquid lines
Familiarity with standard laboratory hygiene practices and protocols
Legible and accurate scientific writing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and analytical/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 author technical documentation including safety plans operational procedures facility manuals and technical reports
Occasional lifting up to 35 lbs. (<5% of work time)
Regular use of industrial PPE including safety glasses protective footwear lab coats and gloves (80% of work time)
Ability to work in moderate industrial noise environments (<10% of work time)

$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.

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