Mass Spectroscopy/TAGA Emergency Response Chemist

TechLaw, Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mass Spectroscopy/TAGA Emergency Response Chemist to join their dynamic team in Edison, NJ. This role offers the opportunity to engage in critical laboratory testing and mobile support for environmental emergencies across the nation. With a focus on analytical chemistry, you will perform gas analysis, maintain laboratory instruments, and ensure data integrity. The company promotes a collaborative environment and offers competitive compensation, flexible paid time off, and comprehensive health benefits. If you're passionate about environmental science and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employee recognition programs

Flexible Paid Time Off

Employee Ownership Stock Options

401k with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Health Savings/Flexible Spending accounts

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in analytical chemistry support.
• Proficiency in laboratory safety, QA/QC, and data interpretation.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct TO-15 gas analysis and GC-MS/MS analysis of air samples.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate laboratory instruments.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and samples for analysis.

Skills

Mass Spectroscopy

Analytical Chemistry

Gas Chromatography

Data Interpretation

Laboratory Safety

QA/QC

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

Agilent GC/MS systems

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Modeling Software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 08837 NJ Edison 2890 Woodbridge - Edison, NJ

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $65,000 - $95,000

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Category: Exempt (salary)

Description

Position: Mass Spectroscopy/TAGA Emergency Response Chemist (TechLaw)

Location: Edison, NJ

Contract: U.S. EPA Response, Engineering and Analytical Contract (REAC)

Status: Full Time

Travel: Up to 25%

Office Site/Remote/Hybrid: Office (Laboratory)

About Us

TechLaw Consultants has been an environmental consulting firm since 1983, providing services to federal, state, and commercial clients. We specialize in managing environmental risks, offering sustainable solutions, and responding to environmental disasters. Our notable incidents include the Space Shuttle Columbia Explosion, Pacific Ocean typhoons, the East Palestine, OH, hazardous train derailment, California Wildfires, and the 2023 Maui wildfires. Our team includes scientists, engineers, and specialized personnel delivering advanced environmental response and support.

We are an employee-owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, fostering a work environment that encourages employee growth and empowerment, promoting a culture of dedicated, creative, and dynamic individuals.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Employee recognition programs, including monetary rewards
• 17 days of Flexible Paid Time Off
• Employee Ownership Stock Options
• 401k with a generous employer match
• Health, dental, vision, employer-paid life insurance, short/long-term disability, Health Savings/Flexible Spending accounts, and more
• Collaborative team environment
• Entrepreneurial work opportunities

Who Are You?

You are an experienced Mass Spectroscopy/TAGA Emergency Response Chemist supporting EPA's Emergency Response Team (ERT)/Response Engineering and Analytical Contract (REAC). This role involves laboratory testing at the EPA Edison Laboratory and mobile laboratory support nationwide. Candidates should be highly organized, self-motivated, capable of multitasking, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Daily/Weekly Responsibilities

• Perform TO-15 gas analysis and GC-MS/MS analysis of air samples
• Perform VOC analysis by Method TO-15 using Agilent GC/MS systems
• Review organic analytical data for completeness and integrity
• Conduct stationary and mobile air monitoring using GC/MS/MS Trace Atmospheric Gas Analyzer (TAGA)
• Perform vapor intrusion and indoor air sampling, including sub-slab port installation/sampling
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instruments
• Prepare reagents, standards, and samples
• Interpret data, create Electronic Data Packages (EDP), and upload results to Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Input data into modeling software and EPA dispersion models
• Review SOPs, conduct internal audits, and implement corrective actions
• Support general lab operations and field activities as needed

Qualifications

Requirements include:

• BS in Chemistry or related scientific discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including analytical chemistry support
• Experience with laboratory safety and QA/QC
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Ability to work across disciplines
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and be on-call outside regular hours
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and obtain security clearances
• At least 21 years old, with a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., wear a respirator, and pass medical clearance
• Ability to complete environmental training (e.g., OSHA HAZWOPER certification)

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