Environmental Analytical Chemist (TechLaw)

Techlaw Consultants Inc And Subsidiaries; Annapolis (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Time Off

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

TechLaw Consultants is seeking an Environmental Analytical Chemist to join the Port Orchard, WA laboratory on a full-time, onsite basis. The role focuses on GC/GC-MS analysis of water, sediment and soil samples, interpreting results and ensuring GLP-compliant reporting for USEPA and other clients.

You will maintain and calibrate instrumentation, prepare reagents, and collaborate with scientists and project managers to sustain accurate data and timely reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• Legal U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain security clearances.
• Experience analyzing water, sediment and soil for organic parameters.
• Strong written and oral communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct organic analyses utilizing GC, GC/MS instrumentation and USEPA methodologies.
• Preparation and analysis of environmental samples for semi-volatile organic compounds, gas and diesel range hydrocarbons, and wet chemistry analysis.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation.
• Prepare reagents and analytical standards.
• Interpret and evaluate data and upload results to LIMS for a final report.
• Check backlog of samples and schedule workload accordingly.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Data interpretation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Tools

GC

GC/MS

LIMS

Job description

Position: Environmental Analytical Chemist (TechLaw)Location: Port Orchard, WAStatus: Full TimeTravel: 0%Salary Range: $55,000 - $75,000 DOEWork Arrangement: OnsiteWho are We?TechLaw Consultants has been an environmental consulting firm since 1983, providing services to federal, state and commercial clients. We specialize in managing environmental risks, offering sustainable solutions, and responding to environmental emergencies. Our team consists of scientists, engineers, and specialized personnel, delivering advanced, frontline scientific response and support.We are an employee-owned nationwide company, headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, with a work environment that fosters and encourages employee growth and empowerment, promoting a culture of dedicated, creative, and dynamic individuals.What do we offer YOU?Competitive compensationA matching 401(k) planCompany-sponsored medical, vision, dental and life insuranceFlexible Time OffCollaborative team environmentWho are YOU?You are an Analytical Chemist with at least three years of experience providing analysis of water, sediment and soil samples for various organic parameters. You will be located near the Manchester Environmental Laboratory in Port Orchard, WA.In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, project managers, and technical specialists supporting work for the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and other Federal, State, local government, and commercial clients. Your work will focus on chemical analysis utilizing, maintaining and calibrating Gas Chromatography (GC), Mass Spectrometry (MS) and other instrumentation. You will interpret analytical data to ensure completeness, integrity of results and compliance with laboratory accreditation requirements.What does your day/week look like?Conduct organic analyses utilizing GC, GC/MS instrumentation and USEPA methodologies.Preparation and analysis of environmental samples for semi-volatile organic compounds, gas and diesel range hydrocarbons, and wet chemistry analysis.Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation.Prepare reagents and analytical standards.Interpret and evaluate data and upload results to LIMS for a final report.Check backlog of samples and schedule workload accordingly.Work independently on administrative and technical projects assigned by laboratory supervisors.Support general lab operations and functions, including monitoring and requesting supplies and materials to maintain lab supply inventory.Track inventory of supplies and reagents to ensure no interruption of workflow.You will maintain a clean and organized laboratory work area that adheres to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).What do you need for this amazing opportunity?A bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related science fieldLegal U.S. citizenship, with ability to obtain and maintain state and federal security clearancesGood working knowledge of Microsoft Office programsGood written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, attention to detail and demonstrated ability to meet deadlinesAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and changing environment; flexible and quickly adaptable to changing prioritiesAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.A valid driver’s license and safe driving recordSound good? Then send us your resume NOW! We want to talk to YOU!TechLaw Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.