Senior Scientist/Engineer

Eastern Research Group, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Research Group, Inc. seeks a senior scientist/engineer to support EPA projects, focusing on hazardous waste remediation. The role involves reviewing site documents, running mathematical models, and producing clear written reports. Collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams is essential to deliver rigorous findings.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. with 5+ years in the field, has strong written communication, and can analyze complex data to inform remedial decisions for diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Reviews of Superfund site documents, mathematical modeling, and report writing/editing.
• Frequent collaboration with employees from related disciplines.
• Data analysis and interpretation of scientific results for various projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide research support on EPA and related projects.
• Review Superfund site documents and perform modeling.
• Write and edit technical and non-technical reports; collaborate across disciplines.

Skills

Hazardous waste remediation

Scientific data analysis

Technical report writing

Collaboration across disciplines

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. + 5 years hazardous waste remediation experience

Job description

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG seeks a senior scientist/engineer to support our work for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). We support research projects for federal and non-profit clients and seek support on projects focused on characterizing hazardous waste sites and evaluating remedial alternatives. The position will involve close collaboration with diverse practices across ERG.

Job Description:

• This position involves providing research support on research projects for the U.S. EPA, states, and nonprofit organizations
• This will require reviews of Superfund site documents, mathematical modeling, and report writing and editing. In addition, the position involves frequent collaborative work with employees from related disciplines
• Data analysis and interpretation of scientific results will be required for some projects

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ph.D. plus 5 years of experience with hazardous waste remediation
• Strong written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills
• Applied experience with quantitative research activities in an academic or professional setting
• Experience developing written products for technical and non-technical audiences

$65 - $180 an hour

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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