Environmental Scientist/Chemical Data Validator I/Database Technician 03980 NWSS

Location: White Sands, New Mexico
Title: Environmental Scientist/Chemical Data Validator I/Database Technician
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

North Wind Site Services is focused on providing engineering, program management, environmental remediation services including investigation and characterization, environmental restoration, unexploded ordnance/military munitions response (MMRP), regulatory public involvement services, environmental compliance, logistics, and records and facility management.


POSITION PURPOSE:
The purpose of this position is to review information generated by subcontract analytical laboratories to ensure that environmental chemistry data were generated in accordance with EPA, DOE and DOD guidelines, project plans, and industry standard methods.
As part of this position, the candidate will also assist the Senior Database Manager in uploading data to the database and producing report tables from the database.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Validate analytical chemistry data following national standards and company procedures.
• Ensure proper preparation, preservation, and laboratory operations for the assigned methods.
• Prepare comprehensive written reports and checklists with findings.
• Quickly and accurately utilize databases and spreadsheets.
• Provide reporting support by generating tables, charts, graphs, and 3D graphics to help interpret data and develop solutions to address complex problems.
• Coordinate with other project team members for environmental sampling event planning, electronic field data collection, laboratory data management and production of data products.
• Task manage, generate and/or review electronic data deliverables of analytical data and/or field information.
• Quality assure data from laboratories.
• Learn environmental data management systems, including EarthSoft EQuIS professional and EQuIS EDP Monitor workflow for incoming client requests and manage backlog and achieve due dates.
• Manage time spent and other performance metrics as requested by supervisor.
• Communicate in timely and effective manner with peers and supervisors.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May be asked to assist project teams to select analytical methods, evaluate laboratory proposals, establish QA/QC requirements, and coordinate laboratories to ensure data meets client requirements and project data quality objectives
• May be asked to help create or update written procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of science in environmental, chemistry or similar; or 4 years’ experience working in analytical laboratories.
• Knowledge of the principles and standards of scientific study, field investigation, sampling, experimentation, quality assurance of chemical measurements, and documentation.
• Experience with analytical environmental chemistry data, including familiarity with electronic data deliverables (EDDs), detection limits, data qualifiers, etc.

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.
• 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 participates 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.
• Environmental field or laboratory chemistry experience.
• Field sampling and analysis experience.
• Experience with Electronic Data Deliverables (EDDs)
• Experience with uploading