Research Scientist - Environmental Chemistry

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible working hours

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Research Scientist specialized in Environmental Chemistry for a fully remote role. You will conduct cutting-edge research, analyze environmental samples, and contribute to sustainable technologies and remediation strategies from your home office.

You will collaborate with a distributed team, employing GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS, and spectrophotometers to advance environmental science and data interpretation for impactful solutions.

Qualifications

• PhD in Environmental Chemistry or closely related field.
• 3+ years of environmental research experience.
• Proficiency with GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS or spectrophotometers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory and field research on environmental pollutants and their impact.
• Develop and apply analytical methods for detection/quantification of contaminants in air, water, and soil.
• Investigate the fate and transport of chemicals in the environment.
• Design and evaluate innovative remediation technologies and sustainable practices.
• Analyze complex environmental datasets and generate research reports.
• Collaborate with a remote team of scientists, engineers, and policymakers.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation

Environmental data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in Environmental Chemistry

Tools

GC-MS

LC-MS

ICP-MS

Spectrophotometers

Job description

About the Role Our client is seeking a talented Research Scientist with a specialization in Environmental Chemistry for a fully remote position. This role is critical for developing innovative solutions to pressing environmental challenges. You will conduct cutting-edge research, analyze environmental samples, and contribute to the development of sustainable technologies and remediation strategies. Working from home, you will collaborate with a distributed team of experts, leveraging advanced analytical tools and data interpretation techniques to drive impactful environmental research from anywhere. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental science from the comfort of your own environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory and field research on environmental pollutants and their impact.
• Develop and apply analytical methods for the detection and quantification of contaminants in air, water, and soil.
• Investigate the fate and transport of chemicals in the environment.
• Design and evaluate innovative remediation technologies and sustainable practices.
• Analyze complex environmental datasets and generate comprehensive research reports.
• Collaborate effectively with a remote team of scientists, engineers, and policymakers.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• 3+ years of experience in environmental research, with a strong focus on analytical techniques.
• Proficiency in using advanced analytical instrumentation such as GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS, and spectrophotometers.
• Solid understanding of environmental science principles, including toxicology and chemical fate.
• Experience working with large environmental datasets and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work environment.
• Annual budget for professional development and home office expenses.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on environmental sustainability.