Senior Associate/Principal Chemist

Onterris; Valley Forge (PA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Senior Associate/Principal Chemist to lead environmental investigations and data quality efforts. The role supports BD and project delivery with analytical chemistry expertise, data interpretation, and client engagement.

Hybrid work from Valley Forge, PA, or Knoxville, TN, or fully remote is available. The role emphasizes technical leadership, proposal development, and critical reviews of QA/QC and data management plans in an environmental consulting setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input and market-facing guidance to grow the Chemistry and Data Quality Solutions practice.
• Lead business development activities, identify qualified leads and develop proposals to secure work.
• Prepare or review environmental sampling plans, QAPPs, and data management plans.
• Develop technical memoranda, expert report sections, and presentation materials.
• Engage with clients to explain analytical results and interpret data.
• Support QA/QC reviews of laboratory data and method summaries.
• Travel to offices, sites, and meetings as needed.
• Maintain/better billability while pursuing BD initiatives.

Skills

BD acumen

Client engagement

Analytical chemistry

US EPA data validation

Technical writing

Presentations

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Environmental Science

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

About UsAt Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.A Day in the LifeOur Senior Associate/Principal Chemist role can be performed either hybrid out of Valley Forge, PA, Knoxville, TN, or fully remote. This position supports Chemistry and Data Quality Solutions leadership with business development and our clients with environmental investigations and other environmental consulting activities.The compensation range for this role is $120,000 to $170,000 commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. $10,000 Sign-On bonusTo thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:Business Development and Client EngagementProviding meaningful technical and marketing input to support the growth of the company’s Chemistry and Data Quality Solutions practice.Actively participating in business development (BD) and growth initiatives.Identifying qualified leads and developing successful proposals to establish a book of work.Attending client and business/industry meetings.Attending and presenting at conferences.Maintaining or exceeding billability goals with the balance of time dedicated to effective BD efforts.Consulting and Project ContributionsPreparing technical memoranda, expert report sections, and presentation materials.Participating in client discussions to explain analytical results, provide consulting, and interpretation of analytical data.Supporting quality reviews of laboratory data, method summaries, and QA documentation.Contributing to the preparation of project scopes, proposals, and cost estimates.Preparing or critically reviewing environmental sampling plans, quality assurance project plans (QAPPs), and data management plans.Professional SkillsKeeping up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.Strong scientific writing and communication skills.Ability to collaborate in a remote, fast-paced consulting environment.High attention to detail and scientific defensibility.Comfortable working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.OtherPractice safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.Participating in continuous improvement programs and providing support to team efforts.The position may require travel and an occasional overnight stay.Travel to offices, project sites, and project meetings on an as-needed basis.Performing other duties as assigned.Your Expertise and SkillsThese requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.Required EducationBachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.Advanced degree preferred.Required ExperienceMinimum 10 years of environmental consulting experience, including Project Management and proven client development experience.Required SkillsExpertise in one or more of the following:Environmental investigation or remediation project management.Analytical chemistry principles and application to environmental data review.Interpretation and data usability assessment and US EPA data validation guidelines.Wastewater or solid waste regulatory requirements.Requirements for Sampling Analysis Plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans, or similar project control documents.Demonstrated success identifying, pursuing, and winning environmental consulting opportunities.Proven ability to develop and execute strategic account plans that grow revenue within existing and new client accounts.Strong consulting sales acumen, with the ability to understand client business drivers and translate them into technical solutions.Ability to balance utilization with business development responsibilities.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Ability to develop and deliver strong presentations relevant to market interests at industry conferences.Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Capable of performing tasks such as creating spreadsheets; composing correspondence; and creating reports and documents using Microsoft Office software.Strong knowledge of Adobe Acrobat.Desired Technical SkillsStrong understanding of environmental project management and technical support.Expert witness and litigation support.#LI-DJ1#INDMEGOnterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.