Chemistry Data Validator / Analytical Coordinator

GHD; Bridgewater (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,500 - 80,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

PTO

Holiday Pay

Wellness Benefit

Job summary

GHD is hiring an Environmental Chemistry Data Validator/Laboratory Coordinator to support a wide range of projects in the United States. This hybrid role requires three days in the office per week across US locations, with responsibilities spanning data validation, QA/QC, and lab coordination.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry degree and 5+ years of environmental analytical chemistry experience, including GC/MS and PFAS analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in chemistry or related field.
• 5+ years environmental analytical chemistry experience, laboratory bench chemistry preferred.
• Experience validating high resolution GC/MS and PFAS analyses; familiarity with EPA methods.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in teams across the Americas.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in environmental analytical chemistry for diverse clients and projects.
• Perform data verifications and validations using USEPA and regional guidance; prepare data validation reports and assist with QAPPs.
• Assist lab coordination and selection of analytical methods based on QA/QC parameters.
• Monitor turnaround times and ensure data meets project data quality objectives.
• Deliver and be accountable for data quality assessments and project objectives.
• Utilize professional decision-making, communication, time management and technical skills.
• Collaborate with internal project teams and external consultants and laboratories.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Science in Chemistry

Job description

Job Description

Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization.

We are looking for an Environmental Chemistry Data Validator/Laboratory Coordinator to join our team of dedicated professionals. The role is open for any of our US offices. Position would be Hybrid (3 days in office per week).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in the area of environmental analytical chemistry to project teams working within a diverse range of industry and federal clients on a broad portfolio of projects.
• Perform data verifications and validations using USEPA and regional guidance; prepare data validation reports; and assist with the preparation of Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs).
• Assist project teams with laboratory coordination and selection of analytical methodology based on project specific QA/QC parameters.
• Monitor laboratory turnaround times and ensure that data meets the project specified data quality objectives.
• Deliver and be accountable for technical assignments involving data quality assessments and ensure that project objectives are met.
• Utilize your professional decision-making, communication, time management and technical skills.
• Collaborate across the organization with internal project teams, as well as with outside consultants and laboratories.

Qualifications

• 4-year Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in chemistry (preferred) or related field.
• 5+ years environmental analytical chemistry experience (laboratory bench chemistry preferred).
• Preferred candidate will have experience validating high resolution gas chromatography/mass spectrometry and PFAS analyses; experience with environmental analytical data review; familiarity with USEPA analytical methodologies; and knowledge of regional quality standards used for decision making. Previous experience with data validation and preparation of Quality Assurance Project Plan documents is a plus.
• Candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well at a personal and technical level.
• Position requires candidate to be a well-organized, self-starter that can prioritize work assignments to deliver on time and within budget.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently and with team members across the Americas.

Benefits

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service.
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service.
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee.
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full‑term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to a maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as health club membership fees, home exercise equipment purchases, bicycles, races, run & marathon entrance fees, smoking cessation programs, weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and fitness tracking devices.

Salary Range: $60,500.00 - $80,700.00 based on experience and location.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.