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CDM Smith is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist/Analytical chemist to support a wide variety of environmental and remediation projects for a variety of clients, including those in the federal and public sector. The preferred candidate must have the ability to work independently as well as on a team.
As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:
• Analytical experience in a field and/or laboratory environment. The analytical experience should include sample preparation; data analysis, quality control, and reporting; and instrument operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment (e.g., GC-MS, GC-FID/ECD/TCD, Liquid Chromatograph, and Ion Chromatograph).
• Wet chemistry testing.
• Analytical method development and verification, and preparation of standard operating procedures.
• Independent data analysis and interpretation experience is a plus.
• Experience adhering to budget, scope, and schedule constraints.
• Strong verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Understanding of chemical and biological hazards and considerations at the laboratory scale.
• Coordination with federal contract and regional laboratories, and CDM Smith subcontracted laboratories.
• Preparation and review of Quality Assurance Project Plans, sampling and analysis plans, and data management plans, and analytical procurement documents.
• Support development of fate and transport evaluations.
• Resolution of analytical laboratory challenges and issues.
• Validation of analytical data packages and assessment of data quality.
• Support project teams with fieldwork, sample packaging, and shipping and tracking, as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline. 3 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications
• 4 years field experience with BS degree in chemistry
• 40-hour OSHA hazardous waste operations and response (HAZWOPER) certification is preferred.
• OSHA HAZWOPER training will be available upon employment.
• Employee should be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Why CDM Smith?
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Skills and Abilities
• Intermediate knowledge of standard field protocols for their respective discipline.
• Intermediate knowledge of scientific methods and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft business software (e.g., Excel, Word).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of regulations (federal, state, and local) governing environmental review and project implementation.
Consumer Report, Investigative Consumer Report and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require consumer reports or investigative consumer reports containing information about you in connection with your application for employment. The consumer report or investigative consumer report will provide information including but not limited to verification of employment, education and licensure, etc. as well as credit when applicable for certain positions. If this position is subject to a consumer report or investigative consumer report related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of the report. CDM Smith may also conduct drug testing for designated positions. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional consumer reports or investigative consumer reports, as well as drug testing.
CDM Smith is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist/Analytical chemist to support a wide variety of environmental and remediation projects for a variety of clients, including those in the federal and public sector. The preferred candidate must have the ability to work independently as well as on a team.
As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:
• Analytical experience in a field and/or laboratory environment. The analytical experience should include sample preparation; data analysis, quality control, and reporting; and instrument operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment (e.g., GC-MS, GC-FID/ECD/TCD, Liquid Chromatograph, and Ion Chromatograph).
• Wet chemistry testing.
• Analytical method development and verification, and preparation of standard operating procedures.
• Independent data analysis and interpretation experience is a plus.
• Experience adhering to budget, scope, and schedule constraints.
• Strong verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Understanding of chemical and biological hazards and considerations at the laboratory scale.
• Coordination with federal contract and regional laboratories, and CDM Smith subcontracted laboratories.
• Preparation and review of Quality Assurance Project Plans, sampling and analysis plans, and data management plans, and analytical procurement documents.
• Support development of fate and transport evaluations.
• Resolution of analytical laboratory challenges and issues.
• Validation of analytical data packages and assessment of data quality.
• Support project teams with fieldwork, sample packaging, and shipping and tracking, as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline. 3 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications
• 4 years field experience with BS degree in chemistry
• 40-hour OSHA hazardous waste operations and response (HAZWOPER) certification is preferred.
• OSHA HAZWOPER training will be available upon employment.
• Employee should be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Why CDM Smith?
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Skills and Abilities
• Intermediate knowledge of standard field protocols for their respective discipline.
• Intermediate knowledge of scientific methods and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft business software (e.g., Excel, Word).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of regulations (federal, state, and local) governing environmental review and project implementation.
Consumer Report, Investigative Consumer Report and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require consumer reports or investigative consumer reports containing information about you in connection with your application for employment. The consumer report or investigative consumer report will provide information including but not limited to verification of employment, education and licensure, etc. as well as credit when applicable for certain positions. If this position is subject to a consumer report or investigative consumer report related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of the report. CDM Smith may also conduct drug testing for designated positions. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional consumer reports or investigative consumer reports, as well as drug testing.
