Environmental Lab Scientist I — Impactful Data Work

Pace Analytical Services LLC; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

HSA

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services LLC is seeking a Scientist for our Bakersfield, CA laboratory. You will perform hands-on analysis of air, water, and soil samples to ensure quality environmental data for communities. The role emphasizes accurate documentation and instrument upkeep.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related STEM field and is comfortable working in a laboratory setting with required PPE. Monday–Friday, daytime hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or other STEM field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in an environmental testing laboratory and follow PPE requirements.
• Willingness to work Monday–Friday in a standard day schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on analysis of air, water, and soil samples.
• Review and interpret results from sample analysis.
• Document procedures, observations and results with high quality records.
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Documentation

Instrument calibration

Data interpretation

PPE compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry or STEM

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Pace Analytical Services LLC is seeking a Scientist for our Bakersfield, CA laboratory. You will perform hands-on analysis of air, water, and soil samples to ensure quality environmental data for communities. The role emphasizes accurate documentation and instrument upkeep.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related STEM field and is comfortable working in a laboratory setting with required PPE. Monday–Friday, daytime hours.