Senior Water Quality Scientist & Lab Lead

austintexas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Water seeks a skilled laboratory professional to perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses for water, wastewater, and environmental samples. You will lead QA/QC efforts and develop new analytical methods while training division staff.

Responsibilities include preparing samples, interpreting results, and documenting reports. The role requires strong data analysis skills and the ability to coordinate proficiency testing and maintain custody of samples.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field plus 4+ years in water quality testing.
• Master's degree may substitute for 1 year of experience.
• Experience with QA/QC procedures and analytical method development.

Responsibilities

• Train staff in sample collection protocols.
• Review and approve analysts' work.
• Develop and maintain QA/QC procedures.
• Prepare and analyze water, wastewater or environmental samples.
• Evaluate samples to determine appropriate analysis methods.
• Maintain Chain of Custody and document results.
• Coordinate and conduct proficiency testing and QA activities.

Skills

Gas Chromatography

Mass Spectrometry

Ultraviolet Spectroscopy

Data interpretation

Leadership

Training delivery

QA/QC procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Environmental/Biological Sciences

Master's degree substituted for 1 year experience

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Mass Spectrometry

Ultraviolet Spectroscopy

Job description

Austin Water seeks a skilled laboratory professional to perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses for water, wastewater, and environmental samples. You will lead QA/QC efforts and develop new analytical methods while training division staff.

Responsibilities include preparing samples, interpreting results, and documenting reports. The role requires strong data analysis skills and the ability to coordinate proficiency testing and maintain custody of samples.