Staff Scientist – Env Data & Field Sampling (Remote TX)

Apex Companies, LLC; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Life, short and long-term disability

401k match

Tuition assistance

Cross-training opportunities

Performance-based bonuses

National firm with 70+ locations

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a Staff Scientist to join our team in Texas (Austin, Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, or Corpus Christi). This is a remote position but must be located in one of the listed cities.

You will collect environmental samples, analyze data, and prepare reports, contributing to project success and client satisfaction. Strong writing, data management, and communication skills are essential; driving and safety awareness are also important.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 1–2+ years of environmental field sampling and data collection.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Experience with data management and report preparation.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Familiarity with GIS and avian surveys preferred.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect soil, water, air, and/or building material samples.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret data.
• Input data into template reports.
• Stormwater inspections.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical writing skills

Safety awareness

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS (familiarity)

Job description

Apex Companies is seeking a Staff Scientist to join our team in Texas (Austin, Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, or Corpus Christi). This is a remote position but must be located in one of the listed cities.

You will collect environmental samples, analyze data, and prepare reports, contributing to project success and client satisfaction. Strong writing, data management, and communication skills are essential; driving and safety awareness are also important.