Junior Environmental Scientist — Field Response & Sampling

Onterris Payroll, LLC; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Junior Environmental Scientist to join its emergency response team in Little Rock, AR. You will conduct environmental sampling, data collection, and risk assessments to identify and abate hazards affecting health and the environment.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, field sampling, and rapid data analysis. Candidates should have a relevant science degree, Windows software skills, and be prepared for on-call travel and OSHA/HAZWOPER training within weeks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related science or equivalent experience as described in the job posting.
• Experience with environmental sampling, data collection and risk assessments is preferred.
• Ability to perform comprehensive monitoring and sampling according to prescribed methods.

Responsibilities

• Travel for emergency response as required, including extended periods.
• Maintain, calibrate and mobilize equipment for emergency response.
• Gather and analyze samples from potential contamination sources.
• Perform monitoring and sampling activities per prescribed methods.
• Compile and summarize scientific/technical data and literature.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

Independent work

English communication

HAZWOPER certification

DISA & TWIC clearances

Passport possession

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Toxicology or related science

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

Onterris is seeking a Junior Environmental Scientist to join its emergency response team in Little Rock, AR. You will conduct environmental sampling, data collection, and risk assessments to identify and abate hazards affecting health and the environment.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, field sampling, and rapid data analysis. Candidates should have a relevant science degree, Windows software skills, and be prepared for on-call travel and OSHA/HAZWOPER training within weeks.