Environmental Chemist I: Data & Lab QA

Department of Marine Resources; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Department of Environmental Protection in Augusta, ME seeks a Chemist I to provide technical assistance in environmental chemistry and geochemistry. The role involves reviewing analytical data, supporting QA/QC, and input into the EGAD database.

Applicants should have a four-year chemistry-related degree and relevant laboratory experience. The position is full-time and year-round, with a salary range of $24.76–$34.65 per hour and a 10% salary adjustment.

Qualifications

• Four-year combination of education, training, and/or experience in chemistry or related field.
• Experience with laboratory practices and analyzing samples for organic contaminants.
• Ability to review and interpret analytical laboratory data reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance in environmental chemistry and geochemistry to the Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management.
• Review analytical laboratory data reports and QA/QC documents; support with data in EGAD.
• Collaborate with staff and laboratories to support project work as needed.

Skills

Laboratory practices

Organic contaminants analysis

Analytical data reviews

Data quality processes

Database query knowledge

Oral and written communication

Prioritization

Understanding analytical methods

Problem solving

Education

Four-year chemistry degree

Tools

EGAD database

Job description

Department of Environmental Protection in Augusta, ME seeks a Chemist I to provide technical assistance in environmental chemistry and geochemistry. The role involves reviewing analytical data, supporting QA/QC, and input into the EGAD database.

Applicants should have a four-year chemistry-related degree and relevant laboratory experience. The position is full-time and year-round, with a salary range of $24.76–$34.65 per hour and a 10% salary adjustment.