Environmental Lab Chemist — EPA Methods (GC/GC-MS)

ICF; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF seeks an Environmental Chemist to support the USEPA Region 9 ESAT contract at the Corvallis, Oregon laboratory. The role focuses on preparing and analyzing organic chemistry samples, with cross-training on inorganic analyses, using GC-ECD, GC-FID, and GC-MS to identify volatile and semivolatile contaminants.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant bachelor's degree, have at least 2 years of EPA-method lab experience, and demonstrate strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related (required).
• Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience using EPA-approved methodologies and instrumentation (GC-FID, GC-ECD, GC-MS).
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills; ability to think critically.
• U.S. citizenship required per federal contract.
• EPA background check to access US federal property is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and operate GC-ECD, GC-FID, and GC-MS to determine VOCs, pesticides, Aroclors, and fuel hydrocarbons.
• Support organic chemistry methods with potential cross-training on inorganic analyses.
• Ensure all activities comply with EPA methods and NELAC standards.

Skills

GC-FID

GC-ECD

GC-MS

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry / related field

Tools

Promium Element LIMS

LIMS

Job description

ICF seeks an Environmental Chemist to support the USEPA Region 9 ESAT contract at the Corvallis, Oregon laboratory. The role focuses on preparing and analyzing organic chemistry samples, with cross-training on inorganic analyses, using GC-ECD, GC-FID, and GC-MS to identify volatile and semivolatile contaminants.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant bachelor's degree, have at least 2 years of EPA-method lab experience, and demonstrate strong communication and critical thinking skills.