PFAS Forensics Leader — Shape Solutions & Growth

Trinnex Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 82,576 - 136,240; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a dynamic PFASs Forensics Discipline Leader to oversee and expand PFAS forensic services, serving clients domestically and internationally.

The role requires deep PFAS chemistry knowledge, a publication record, conference presentations, and the ability to communicate complex science to diverse audiences including clients and regulators. Collaboration with project managers, R&D, and marketing is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in PFASs forensics.
• More than five years of experience with PFASs and forensic tools.
• Detailed understanding of PFAS chemistry, uses, manufacturing processes, fate and transport.
• History of commercial projects where PFASs Forensic tools have been applied.
• Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing FE exam within 18 months of hire or promotion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of PFASs forensic services with robust PFAS identification for source allocation.
• Apply expertise in PFASs detection, uses, manufacturing, fate and transport to strengthen technical reputation.
• Assist with technical sales, client engagement, project delivery, and proposal development for PFASs forensics.
• Support ongoing R&D initiatives related to PFAS characterization and new analytical methods.
• Provide oversight to AI tools used to assist PFASs characterization.
• Mentor junior staff and support professional growth.
• Take ownership of marketing materials and proactively position CDM Smith for opportunities.

Skills

PFAS forensics

Scientific communication

Publications/Dissemination

Conference presentations

Mentoring

Education

PhD in PFASs forensics

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering

EIT certification

PhD in PFASs Forensics

Tools

Orbitrap

QTOF platforms

NIST database

CIC

TOP

NMR

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a dynamic PFASs Forensics Discipline Leader to oversee and expand PFAS forensic services, serving clients domestically and internationally.

The role requires deep PFAS chemistry knowledge, a publication record, conference presentations, and the ability to communicate complex science to diverse audiences including clients and regulators. Collaboration with project managers, R&D, and marketing is essential.