NAM Endocrine Disruption: Analytical Chemist

Oak Ridge Associated Universities; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge Associated Universities administers an EPA internship in Durham, NC, focusing on analytical chemistry method development and validation. The program emphasizes robust sample preparation, quantitative analysis, and the use of UHPLC-MS/MS and Q-TOF instruments within a GLP framework.

The fellowship provides hands-on experience in data processing, automated workflows, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to support regulatory risk assessment and screening efforts at EPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or related field.
• Interest in analytical chemistry and method development.
• Strong written communication and data/documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design robust sample preparation and quantitative analysis procedures for complex matrices.
• Develop proficiency in UHPLC-MS/MS and Q-TOF instrumentation.
• Apply QA/QC measures and maintain GLP-compliant data records.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Safety protocols

Technical writing

Literature searches

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in chemistry/biochemistry/biology

Tools

HPLC

GC

Mass spectrometry

LIMS

Electronic lab notebooks

Instrument control software

Job description

Oak Ridge Associated Universities administers an EPA internship in Durham, NC, focusing on analytical chemistry method development and validation. The program emphasizes robust sample preparation, quantitative analysis, and the use of UHPLC-MS/MS and Q-TOF instruments within a GLP framework.

The fellowship provides hands-on experience in data processing, automated workflows, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to support regulatory risk assessment and screening efforts at EPA.