Scientist 1

Pace Analytical Services; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K with full vesting

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off and holidays

HSA and wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services is seeking a Scientist to join our environmental testing laboratory. You will perform hands-on analysis using GC, HPLC, and ICP to measure contaminants in environmental samples and ensure data integrity that informs public health decisions.

The role emphasizes careful data documentation, instrument calibration, and adherence to safety protocols in a full-time, on-site setting. Training is available for relevant procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related STEM field is required or equivalent training.
• Ability to work effectively in a lab setting, including standing for long periods and using PPE.
• Experience operating GC, HPLC, ICP and recording accurate data.

Responsibilities

• Operate instruments (GC, HPLC, ICP) and analyze air, water, and soil samples.
• Document procedures, observations, and results clearly and accurately.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Review results and ensure data quality for environmental testing.

Skills

Laboratory work proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

GC

HPLC

ICP

Job description

Shift: Monday thru Friday 7AM-4PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Scientist

Compensation:$22.00 per hour

Hours:Monday - Friday 7 AM - 4 PM

The salary range for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.

Make an Impact. Build a Career.

At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we’ve continued developing innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate quality data at every critical moment and milestone.

That's why we need you -- your curiosity, your talents, and your drive -- to help us advance this important work, and your career.

We’re seeking curious, motivated individuals who are passionate about protecting our environment and the communities we serve. If you’re looking to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and build a long-term career in environmental science, Pace® could be the perfect place for you.

Find Your Place at Pace

Join us as a Scientist and put your passion for science to work in our environmental testing laboratory. In this role, you’ll conduct hands‑on analysis within our laboratories, helping ensure the integrity and quality of environmental data that impacts communities and ecosystems.

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

What You’ll Do

• Work with instruments such as GC, HPLC, ICP and more
• Analyze air, water, and soil samples using established chemistry and biochemistry methods looking for environmental contaminants
• Review and interpret the results from the sample analysis
• Accurately document procedures, observations, and results to maintain high-quality, organized laboratory records
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other STEM related degrees — or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. We are happy to provide training!
• Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment, including standing for extended periods, working around strong odors, and wearing required PPE (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves—all provided by Pace®)

Benefits

• Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries
• medical
• dental vision
• 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match)
• life, disability and voluntary benefits
• paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days
• HSA
• wellness program
• flexible spending accounts
• tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance program
• parental leave
• optional legal coverage and ID theft

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.