Analytical Chemist

GEI Consultants, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Hybrid work schedules

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

401(k) and profit sharing

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. is looking for an entry-to-mid-level analytical chemist for their San Diego office. The position involves onsite work at the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC), addressing various analytical chemistry needs related to environmental programs.

The successful candidate will perform analytical tasks, regulatory compliance assessment, and statistical analysis, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. This role requires a B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry or a related field, along with 1 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years of experience in environmental chemistry and toxicology.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with statistical software like R and GraphPad PRISM is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical chemistry support for trace metal analysis.
• Perform testing and compliance assessments.
• Support development of internal procedures and documentation.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Statistical Software (R, GraphPad PRISM)

MS Excel

Field Work

Excellent Communication

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Thermo Element XR HR-ICP-MS

Tekran 2600

Tekran 2700

Thermo Orbitrap LC-MS/MS

Job description

GEI Consultants, Inc. has an immediate opening in our San Diego office for an entry‑to‑mid‑level analytical chemist. This individual will work onsite at Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC) in San Diego, CA and will be responsible for supporting a wide range of bench‑level analytical chemistry needs and as‑needed support for other related environmental programs.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Bench‑level analytical chemistry support for analysis of trace metals, mercury, PFAS, and other compounds in sediment, tissue, stormwater, groundwater, and seawater.
• Perform analysis of trace metals using a Thermo Element XR high‑resolution inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer (HR‑ICP‑MS).
• Analyze total mercury (THg) in water per USEPA method 1631 on a Tekran 2600 and methyl mercury (MeHg) in water per USEPA method 1630 on a Tekran 2700.
• SPE extraction and analysis of PFAS compounds from tissue, sediment, and aqueous samples per USEPA Methods 537.1 and 1633 using a Thermo Orbitrap LC‑MS/MS.
• Support senior staff with regulatory compliance assessment and R&D programs, including laboratory toxicity testing; environmental data management and summaries; QA/QC; statistical calculations; report preparation; literature searches and reviews as needed.
• Support proposal and cost estimate development.
• Understand and comply with Health and Safety requirements; develop Health and Safety Plans as required.
• Understand and comply with QA/QC procedures; assist with development of Quality Assurance Project Plans.
• Support development of Standard Operating Procedures, other QA/QC documentation, and laboratory certification needs.
• Apply statistical software to support data analysis (familiarity with R and GraphPad PRISM is preferred; ability to develop and apply Excel macros is a bonus).
• Develop familiarity with and support common field toxicology and risk assessment tools, such as toxicity and bioaccumulation testing/sampling, biological surveys, and passive sampling devices. Some field work including sampling, surveys, and deployment of sampling and monitoring devices is expected.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams in laboratory and field settings.
• Participate in professional, industry, and/or policy groups and pursue professional development and advancement.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a related field.
• 1 to 5 years of progressive experience in the environmental field, focusing on environmental chemistry and toxicology.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with MS Excel spreadsheets and MS Access databases.
• Ability to apply full‑feature statistical software (e.g., R, GraphPad PRISM).
• Willingness to perform field work as needed.
• Willingness to travel and spend time at other GEI offices or DoD locations to work with project teams.

Benefits

• Market‑competitive compensation, including eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
• Pay range: $60,000 – $85,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and more).
• Well‑being program and paid parental leave.
• Commuter benefits.
• Hybrid work schedules and cell phone stipends.
• GEI University with continuing education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Profit sharing, 401(k), and rewards and recognition.

Physical Requirements

Functional Demands: Sedentary, light, medium.

Activities: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, lifting (floor to waist level), lifting (waist level and above), carrying objects, pushing/pulling, twisting, bending, reaching forward, reaching overhead, squatting/kneeling/crawling, wrist position deviation, pinching/fine motor skills, keyboard use/repetitive motion, taste or smell (taste = never), talk or hear.

Visual: Near vision and far vision. Color discrimination: minimal. Sensory requirements: minimal, moderate, accurate.

Environmental: Occupational exposure risk potential – reasonably anticipated. Bloodborne pathogens, chemical, airborne communicable diseases, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations, extreme noise levels, dust or particulate matter.

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.