Chemist 2

DGS Office of External Affairs; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection seeks a Chemist 2 to analyze environmental samples and operate laboratory instruments in a compliant setting. You will support method development for complex testing and ensure data accuracy on PFAS and other contaminants, adhering to strict lab and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates will have required Federal experience, a chemistry degree with relevant credits, and PA residency, with the ability to obtain or maintain necessary

Qualifications

• One year as a Chemist 1 or equivalent Federal Government job title.
• One year of professional chemical analytical experience with a bachelor's degree including 30 credits in chemistry or biochemistry.
• Graduate degree in chemistry.
• Ability to perform essential job functions and maintain a REAL ID or passport.
• Pennsylvania residency requirement.

Responsibilities

• Analyze environmental samples and ensure chemical data accuracy.
• Operate laboratory instruments in adherence with regulatory standards.
• Support method development for complex testing.
• Work on projects involving PFAS and other environmental contaminants.
• Ensure compliance with strict laboratory and regulatory standards.

Skills

Chemistry analysis

Regulatory compliance

Documentation & verification

Residency requirement

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 30 chemistry/biochemistry credits

Graduate degree in chemistry

Job description

The Chemist 2 position in the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection focuses on analyzing environmental samples, operating laboratory instruments, and supporting method development for complex testing. You will ensure chemical data accuracy and compliance with strict laboratory and regulatory standards, working on projects involving per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other environmental contaminants.

Key qualifications:

• One year as a Chemist 1 or equivalent Federal Government job title


• One year of professional chemical analytical experience with a bachelor's degree including 30 credits in chemistry or biochemistry


• Graduate degree in chemistry


• Ability to perform essential job functions and maintain a REAL ID or passport


• Pennsylvania residency requirement