Environmental Lab Scientist — Impactful Testing & Data

Pace Analytical Services, LLC; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical

Dental vision

401K retirement savings plan (100%vest

Life

Disability and voluntary benefits

Paid time off for holiday

Sick and vacation days

HSA

Welfare program

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance program

Parental leave

Optional legal coverage

ID theft

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services, LLC is seeking a Scientist to join our environmental testing laboratory. You will conduct hands-on analysis using GC, HPLC, and ICP to ensure the integrity and quality of environmental data affecting communities and ecosystems.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related STEM field and the ability to work in a lab setting with appropriate PPE. Overtime and weekend rotation may apply as part of the on-call schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other STEM related degrees - or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. We are happy to provide training!
• Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment, including standing for extended periods, working around strong odors, and wearing required PPE (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves-all provided by Pace)

Responsibilities

• Work with instruments such as GC, HPLC, ICP and more
• Analyze air, water, and soil samples using established chemistry and biochemistry methods looking for environmental contaminants
• Review and interpret the results from the sample analysis
• Accurately document procedures, observations, and results to maintain high-quality, organized laboratory records
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment

Skills

Lab analysis

Instrument operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

GC

HPLC

ICP

Job description

Pace Analytical Services, LLC is seeking a Scientist to join our environmental testing laboratory. You will conduct hands-on analysis using GC, HPLC, and ICP to ensure the integrity and quality of environmental data affecting communities and ecosystems.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related STEM field and the ability to work in a lab setting with appropriate PPE. Overtime and weekend rotation may apply as part of the on-call schedule.