Chemist/Data Validator II 04278 NWSS

Location: Orlando, Florida (Remote)
Title: Chemist/Data Validator II
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

North Wind Site Services is comprised of scientists and technical experts focused on providing program management and environmental remediation services including investigation and characterization, environmental restoration, remedial action, regulatory public involvement services, environmental compliance, logistics, and records and facility management.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The purpose of this position is to support projects in all aspects of analytical data collection and reporting as well as the review of information generated by subcontract analytical laboratories to ensure that environmental analytical data were generated in accordance with EPA, DOE and DOD guidelines, project plans, and industry standard methods to satisfy contract requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Validate analytical chemistry data following national standards and company procedures, including project-specific criteria.
- Prepare comprehensive written data validation reports and checklists with findings, including application of relevant data qualifications to affected data sets.
- Quickly and accurately operate databases and spreadsheets.
- Monitor individual workloads for incoming client validation requests and manage backlog to achieve due dates.
- Manage time spent and other performance metrics as requested by supervisor.
- Communicate in timely and effective manner with peers and supervisors.
- Write and review Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) with a primary focus on analytical and laboratory-related worksheets.
- Evaluate project data quality objectives and ensure selected laboratories meet those objectives, such as certification and reporting limits.
- Evaluate analytical data to ensure overall project data quality objectives have been met as required by the client and as stated in the Quality Assurance Project Plan.
- Consult with project team, including clients, on data quality and usability.
- Prepare technical report sections describing precision, accuracy, representativeness, comparability, sensitivity and overall data usability.
- Assist project managers with procuring appropriate analytical laboratory services.
- Serve as the point of contact for laboratory coordination, including ordering bottle kits, communicating field schedules, and conveying issues or questions to and from the field team.
- Track sample shipments during field events to ensure samples are received and logged in correctly.
- Review reported data deliverables for accuracy and request corrections from lab.
- Organize large amounts of data for multiple projects.
- Update multiple project teams on status of sample data.
- Write and review reports for federal clients based on sampling activities and results.
- Be the client interface for large external contracts.
- Provide quotes and proposal text for data validation, data management, sampling, and laboratory analysis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

- A minimum of a four-year college degree in Chemistry or equivalent area of expertise (Biology, Environmental Science, etc.)
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience working in an environmental analytical laboratory or working as a part of a Contractor project management team of which must be directly related to environmental investigations and/or remedial actions (i.e., not primarily employed at a laboratory).
- Must have thorough knowledge of environmental analytical chemistry methodologies as described in EPA SW-846 and QC procedures as applicable to environmental analytical chemistry
- Knowledge of the principles and standards of scientific study, field investigation, sampling, experimentation, quality assurance of chemical measurements, and documentation.

Skills and Abilities:

- Ability to describe technical information with clear and concise language to produce error-free written reports.
- Ability to follow technical guidance and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines concurrently, including prompt communication of potential delays.
- Ability to understand analytical procedures, laboratory operations and raw data reporting.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team.
- Ability to work remotely.
- Willingness to ask questions to the team.
- Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Demonstrates excellent cross-functional team collaboration skills.
- Consistently displays a positive/respectful attitude toward supervisors and peers.
- Shares knowledge readily and participate in team communication and activities.
- Works in a highly organized manner and with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrates integrity and a commitment to quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Laboratory experience including knowledge of analytical methods and SOPs and experience operating analytical instruments.
- Previous Experience reviewing analytical reports to evaluate quality and usability per EPA, DoD, or DoE guidance.
- Familiarity with the DoD/DoE QSM a plus.
- Experience with federal databases, such as FUDSChem, NIRIS, or ERPIMS is beneficial.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position is primarily sedentary in nature, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. The work may involve exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. This role requires the ability to work extensively utilizing a computer screen and keyboard.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Works mainly in typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

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