About Us
Pace Analytical Services
Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. Committed to advancing the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others, Pace offers local-level service backed by a national laboratory network. Through in-lab and emergency onsite services, Pace ensures our air, water, soil, and more are safe.
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Responsible for reviewing analytical data and test results from one or more areas of analytical chemistry for accuracy and compliance with environmental testing regulations and methodology as well as verifying that data and test results meet program and client requirements, when applicable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Performs in-depth and thorough review of review of analytical data and test results to ensure that the primary scientist's work adheres to established policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and relevant program and client requirements.
* Ensures proper corrective action is taken in response to quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) exceptions in accordance with established policies and SOPs.
* Follows Corporate and local policies and SOPs to ensure work is performed according to them in all areas of responsibility.
* Identifies errors and problems in the data and takes action to correct or solve them prior to release of data and test reports to customers.
* Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed.
* Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
* Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a closely related field; AND two (2) years of experience with sample preparation, analysis, data reduction, and/or data review using regulatory compliant protocols for environmental testing, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Required Knowledge:
* Principles and practices of test methods and regulatory programs related to environmental testing.
* Understanding of various analytical instruments and data generated from them (GC, GC/MS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, HPLC, LC/MS, IC, wet chemistry and/or microbiology).
* Understanding of regulatory QA/QC protocols.
* Use of laboratory data processing and management systems.
* Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate operations.
* Computer applications and systems related to the work.
* Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
* Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals, in person and over the telephone.
Required Skills:
* Interpreting, applying, and explaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
* Using sound reasoning, decision making, and problem-solving skills
* Communicating effectively in written and verbal form
* Managing multiple priorities and seeing project through to completion.
* Using work planning and organization tools and software.
* Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
* Using correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation
* Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
* Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work.
Additional Information
Benefits
80 hrs of paid vacation per year, 7 paid holidays per year, 2 floating holidays per year (prorated based on start date), 40 hrs paid sick time per year, paid bereavement leave (days based on relation to the employee), 8 hrs paid volunteer time per year, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, traditional 401k and ROTH 401k with a company match, HSA, FSA, employee referral bonus, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement program, employee recognition program, voluntary ID theft coverage, voluntary legal coverage, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Work Schedule M-F 9am-6pm Overtime as needed
