Senior Inorganic Environmental Chemist & Method Developer

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 101,116,000 - 151,981,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

State of Utah is seeking a Chemist III in the Inorganic Chemistry Section to lead analytical operations for environmental samples. The role emphasizes instrument maintenance, method development, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.

You will prepare samples, validate methods, and mentor staff while ensuring safety and accuracy. The position is full-time, on-site in Taylorsville, UT, with a comprehensive benefits package and salary range of $35.29–$53.04 hourly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry or closely related field.
• 8+ years of laboratory experience preparing and analyzing environmental samples.
• Experience with inorganic methods including pH, conductivity, alkalinity, TSS/TDS, turbidity, FIA colorimetry, spectrophotometry, ion chromatography, and combustion analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in analytical method development, validation, and optimization with working knowledge of EPA/Standard Methods methodologies.
• Experience preparing reagents, standard solutions, matrix spikes, calibration standards, and QC samples.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities without sacrificing quality, accuracy, or thoroughness.
• Proven collaboration skills and professional demeanor under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication in a professional lab environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Workspace; experience creating reports and SOPs; data processing.
• Experience operating LIMS to track samples, log results, and ensure data integrity.
• Applied QA/QC protocols in environmental chemical analysis; validating data and maintaining compliance.
• Following SOPs, maintaining complete laboratory records and chain-of-custody.
• Laboratory safety protocols, SDS, handling of acids/hazardous materials, and waste management.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots analytical instrumentation and develops new methodologies.
• Performs chemical analyses of environmental samples and evaluates data per EPA/Standard Methods.
• Manages technical and analytical data and writes reports defending results to customers and agencies.
• Maintains analytical records and logs with supervisor approvals and traceability.
• Prepares complex environmental samples, calibrates equipment, and performs specialized analyses.
• Develops and maintains section SOPs, QA/QC protocols, and compliance frameworks.
• Directs section operations by managing workflows and reviewing data for regulatory compliance.
• Acts as SME for troubleshooting instrument and software issues.
• Ensures 100% on-time completion of required training and safety protocols.
• Maintains organized and stocked laboratory workspace.
• Participates in cross-functional groups and quality assurance meetings.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Inorganic methods

Analytical method development

EPA/Standard Methods knowledge

Reagents & standards prep

Data management & reporting

Team collaboration

Verbal & written communication

MS Office & Google Workspace

LIMS usage

QA/QC protocols

SOPs & chain-of-custody

Safety & waste management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

Labware LIMS

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Google Workspace

Job description

State of Utah is seeking a Chemist III in the Inorganic Chemistry Section to lead analytical operations for environmental samples. The role emphasizes instrument maintenance, method development, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.

You will prepare samples, validate methods, and mentor staff while ensuring safety and accuracy. The position is full-time, on-site in Taylorsville, UT, with a comprehensive benefits package and salary range of $35.29–$53.04 hourly.