Environmental Chemist - Remote with 25% Travel

Plexus Scientific Corporation; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work-from-home arrangements

Competitive compensation and benefits

401K plan, STD/LTD, Life Insurance

Job summary

Plexus Scientific Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Chemist to support environmental investigations, data validation, and remediation projects. The role emphasizes organic analysis, regulatory reporting, and collaborative teamwork within the DMV area with about 25% travel.

The successful candidate will prepare technical reports, contribute to QA/QC plans, and support field activities as needed. A chemistry-related degree and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience with organic chemical analysis and environmental analytical data validation.
• Proficiency with Excel and familiarity with electronic data management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review, validate, manipulate, and interpret environmental analytical data.
• Assist with organic chemical analysis and evaluation of lab results.
• Support PFAS investigations and data validation activities.
• Prepare UFP-QAPPs and technical reports.
• Coordinate field activities and project schedules; travel ~25%.

Skills

Analytical data validation

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

Plexus Scientific Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Chemist to support environmental investigations, data validation, and remediation projects. The role emphasizes organic analysis, regulatory reporting, and collaborative teamwork within the DMV area with about 25% travel.

The successful candidate will prepare technical reports, contribute to QA/QC plans, and support field activities as needed. A chemistry-related degree and strong communication skills are required.