Wet Chemistry Scientist – Onsite Environmental Lab

Pace Analytical Services LLC; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services LLC in Fairfield, New Jersey, is hiring a Scientist 1 for full-time, onsite work, Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. You’ll perform hands-on analysis in our environmental laboratory, contributing to accurate quality data that protects communities.

You will operate GC, HPLC, ICP, analyze air, water, and soil samples, document procedures, and maintain instruments. A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry is required, with training provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other science related degrees — or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• We are happy to provide training!
• Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment, including standing for extended periods, working around strong odors, and wearing required PPE (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves—all provided by Pace).

Responsibilities

• Work with instruments such as GC, HPLC, ICP and more.
• Analyze air, water, and soil samples using established chemistry and biochemistry methods looking for environmental contaminants.
• Review and interpret the results from the sample analysis.
• Accurately document procedures, observations, and results to maintain high-quality, organized laboratory records.
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.

Skills

Lab work

Data documentation

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry or related field

Tools

GC/HPLC/ICP

Job description

Pace Analytical Services LLC in Fairfield, New Jersey, is hiring a Scientist 1 for full-time, onsite work, Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. You’ll perform hands-on analysis in our environmental laboratory, contributing to accurate quality data that protects communities.

You will operate GC, HPLC, ICP, analyze air, water, and soil samples, document procedures, and maintain instruments. A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry is required, with training provided if needed.