Wildland Fire Chemistry Lab Scientist

Three Saints Bay; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Ghostrock, LLC seeks a Laboratory Scientist to lead testing on wildland fire chemicals at the National Technology and Development Program in Missoula, MT. You will design experiments, develop QA protocols, and analyze data to support the Qualified Products List.

The role requires strong written and oral communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work on-site with Government facilities and safety requirements. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related science with strong chemistry components.
• Five years of chemistry laboratory experience, or 15 years of lab work including five in chemistry, with no degree.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop experiments to evaluate properties of wildland fire chemicals.
• Develop, validate, and document QA/testing protocols.
• Research and recommend testing procedures and instrumentation.
• Provide SME input on project plans and lab deliverables.
• Oversee and conduct complex scientific experiments.
• Analyze data, set thresholds, and troubleshoot results.
• Compile results and prepare reports and study summaries.
• Perform routine lab work and equipment calibration as needed.

Skills

Lab experience

Experiment design

Technical reporting

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Basic laboratory equipment

Job description

Ghostrock, LLC seeks a Laboratory Scientist to lead testing on wildland fire chemicals at the National Technology and Development Program in Missoula, MT. You will design experiments, develop QA protocols, and analyze data to support the Qualified Products List.

The role requires strong written and oral communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work on-site with Government facilities and safety requirements. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.