Environmental Analytical Research Chemist
Company: NCASI, Inc.
Location: Newberry
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
NCASI is an organization serving the forest products industry as
a center of excellence providing unbiased scientific research and
technical information necessary to achieve the environmental and
sustainability goals of the industry. NCASI has been supported
broadly and continually by its members for more than 75 years.We
are seeking an Analytical Research Chemist familiar with EPA and
other environmental methods to work with our analytical team at our
Newberry Office and Laboratories. A successful candidate will
possess a strong background in environmental chemistry including
organic, inorganic, and analytical chemistry. The laboratory
encompasses 3,600 square feet and contains state-of-the-art
analytical instrumentation and equipment including two Seal
AutoAnalyzer3s, one Agilent UV-VIS spectrometer, three Agilent
GC/MSs, three Agilent GCs, one Agilent HPLC, one ThermoScientific
LC/MS/MS, and two Dionex Ion Chromatographs.Essential Job
FunctionsThe primary role of this position is to conduct
environmental analytical testing using organic and inorganic
analytical methods as well as to participate in the development of
new methods when necessary. The activities described herein are
representative of those required to be successful in this role. -
Participate in the organization and conduct of research projects
involving analytical components, and develop quantitative
analytical methods as required to address project analytical needs.
- Implement established quantitative analytical methods and assays
using GC-FID, GC-ECD, GC-PFPD, GC-NPD, GC/MS, HPLC-UV, IC, and
LC/MS/MS, both directly and by mentoring support staff. - Operate,
maintain, and troubleshoot multiple GC, GC/MS, LC/MS/MS, and other
instrument systems directly and by instructing and mentoring
support staff in these functions. - Provide analytical advice,
analytical method reviews and auditing of contract laboratory data
for member companies and forest products industry-affiliated
organizations. - Prepare laboratory reports for project leaders and
member companies as well as other written communications that meet
the highest standards of quality. - Present scientifically sound
technical information and research findings at NCASI conferences,
webcasts, and other technical meetings. - Maintain comprehensive
laboratory notebooks, a neat and orderly laboratory workplace, and
adhere to laboratory quality plans, QA/QC measures and SOPs. - Work
safely and contribute to updating and improving laboratory safety
practices. - Supervise support laboratory staff, ensuring
maintenance of laboratory equipment and generation and reporting of
high-quality analytical results.Minimum Qualifications - Master's
degree in analytical chemistry or closely associated scientific
discipline or five plus years of professional experience executing
analytical chemistry techniques applied to environmental matrices.
- Hands on experience in environmental test methods such as clean
water act methods, clean air act methods, SW 846, and other
environmental methods - Strong verbal and written communication and
data analysis skills. - Strong computer skills with knowledge in
Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with or ability
to learn industry-specific software such as ChemStation and NCASI's
laboratory information management system in a timely manner. - Must
be able to get to and work from the Newberry, Florida office,
follow safety procedures, and work at benchtops in office. - Valid
driver's license and a driving record insurable at standard rates.
- Must be able to traverse stairs, effectively manipulate
analytical glassware and instrumentation, and stand for long
periods while working at benchtops or in the field. May be required
to lift and carry equipment up to 30 pounds.Additional Preferred
Qualifications - PhD in analytical chemistry or closely associated
scientific discipline. - Familiarity with forest products industry
environmental topics related to pulping and papermaking process
operations.
Keywords: NCASI, Inc., Gainesville , Environmental Analytical Research Chemist, Other , Newberry, Florida
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