Junior Environmental Scientist — GC-MS Lab Analysis

Pace® Labs; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Pace seeks a Scientist in the Volatiles department to perform hands-on analysis in our environmental testing laboratory, using GC-MS and GC-FID/PID to analyze samples. You will maintain instruments, document procedures, and contribute to high-quality data that informs environmental decisions.

A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry and related lab experience are required; Pace provides training to support your growth in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or STEM field, plus related lab experience.
• Must have chemistry credit hours with labs from a college or university.
• Preferred knowledge of GC-MS and/or GC-FID/PID instrumentation.
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment with PPE and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform, support, and oversee the analysis of environmental samples using GC-MS and GC-FID/PID.
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Document procedures, observations, and results to maintain high-quality records.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

GC-MS

GC-FID/PID

Job description

Pace seeks a Scientist in the Volatiles department to perform hands-on analysis in our environmental testing laboratory, using GC-MS and GC-FID/PID to analyze samples. You will maintain instruments, document procedures, and contribute to high-quality data that informs environmental decisions.

A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry and related lab experience are required; Pace provides training to support your growth in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.