Analytical Environmental Senior Scientist (M.S. or Ph.D.)

Exponent; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking an Analytical Environmental Senior Scientist (M.S. or Ph.D.) to join our Environmental & Earth Sciences Practice. Based in Natick, MA; Burlington, MA; Bellevue, WA; Pasadena, CA; or Oakland, CA, you’ll analyze laboratory data packages and support data management on active projects.

Requires 3+ years in analytics and QA/QC, with LC-MS/MS/GC-MS experience. You will build client relationships, contribute to reports and presentations, and advance your professional development

Qualifications

• MS with at least three years of relevant experience in Analytical/Environmental Chemistry or Toxicology.
• Experience in QA/QC and data validation of LC-MS/MS/GC-MS data packages.
• Hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS/GC-MS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support multidisciplinary project teams on environmental and regulatory issues.
• Synthesize technical information and prepare reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with other Exponent practices and develop client relationships.
• Invest in professional development and contribute to journal publications.

Skills

MS/PhD

Analytical Chemistry

Environmental Chemistry

Environmental Toxicology

QA/QC

LC-MS/MS

GC-MS

Data validation

Education

MS/PhD in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

LC-MS/MS

GC-MS

Job description

Analytical Environmental Senior Scientist (M.S. or Ph.D.)

ID: 2026-2604

Location: US-WA-Bellevue

Practice: Environmental and Earth Sciences

Position Type: Full-time

Posted Salary Range: USD $112,000.00 - USD $137,000.00 /Yr.

Workplace Type: On-Site

About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices global

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Analytical Environmental Senior Scientist for our Environmental & Earth Sciences Practice to be based in our Natick, MA; Burlington, MA; Bellevue, WA; Pasadena, CA; or Oakland, CA office. Other locations may be considered. In this role you will work as part of a team to provide technical analysis of analytical laboratory data packages and support data management for existing projects and business development efforts.

You will be responsible for

• Supporting multidisciplinary project teams on complex, challenging problems related to environmental and regulatory compliance and/or environmental assessment, remediation, and environmental forensics
• Synthesizing technical information and applying critical thinking to prepare and review reports and technical presentations
• Working cooperatively on projects with other members of the Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice and interdisciplinary groups from other Exponent practices as appropriate
• Developing client relationships and working in a team to build business in the Environmental and Earth Sciences Practice
• Investing in your professional development
  • Attending conference presentations and participating in journal publications
  • Expanding your professional visibility
  • Developing client relationships

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• M.S. (with at least three (3) years of relevant experience), or Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Toxicology, or a related field
• At least three (3) years of experience in a compliance laboratory with QA/QC and data validation of analytical laboratory data packages from LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and similar analytical instrumentation
• Significant hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and similar analytical instruments is a plus
• Strong interest in career and professional development within a dynamic consulting environment
• Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Excellent communication, organization, and writing skills
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently, and manage time effectively
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Work Environment

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Compensation

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $112,000.00 - USD $137,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [e-mail].

Job Locations

• US-WA-Bellevue
• US-MA-Burlington
• US-MA-Natick
• US-CA-Pasadena
• US-CA-Oakland