Environmental Chemical Laboratory Scientist

Compensation

Level I - $59,155.20
Level II - $62,129.60

Job Description

There are two positions open in the State Environmental Laboratory Services Division - Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry Section in Oklahoma City, OK.

All applicants must be able be able to pass a background check and must be able to legally work within the United States. DEQ does not allow sponsorship for those on a H-1B visa.

Application Requirements:

All applicants must upload a resume and transcript to be considered for this position.

Basic Purpose

Preparation and analysis of environmental samples in drinking water, non-potable water, soil, and waste in support of the division's mission and Agency programs such as drinking water compliance, emergency response, citizen complaints, hazardous waste characterization, etc. using GC, GCMS, HPLC, and LCMSMS.

Typical Functions

Under the direction of the section manager, this position will:

 Perform analytical testing on public and private water, hazardous wastes, soils, biological tissues, and other environmental samples in support of state and federally funded environmental projects using approved standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instruction documents (WIDs).

 Prioritize and schedule daily work tasks to meet Section, Division, and Agency goals.

 Effectively interact with the Laboratory Information Management System and QA/QC databases.

Thoroughly document all actions and decisions associated with the generation of analytical data.

 Provide technical assistance/support to customers and develop knowledge of regulatory requirements as they relate to sample validity and response actions.

Perform thorough review of records and data generated by self and peers.

Conduct all work in accordance with divisional policies including the SELSD Quality Assurance Manual, and Laboratory Safety & Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Assist with the review and development of technical and operational SOPs and WIDs.

Assist with the inventory control of all supplies and consumables required to perform testing.

 Assist with general housekeeping to include sample control and disposal.

Travel Requirements

Some occasional travel may be required for training and career enhancement activities.

Education and Experience

Level I - bachelor's degree in chemistry, biological or environmental science.

Level II - those identified in level I plus one year of professional level experience in a laboratory; OR a master’s degree in chemistry or biological or environmental science.

Additional Considerations/Preferences (These cannot eliminate a candidate)

Preference will be given to applicants who have years of direct hands-on experience with analytical technologies such as GC, GCMS, HPLC, and LCMSMS.

Physical Requirements

Be able to stand for several hours per day and the ability to perform repetitive tasks.

Have sufficient visual acuity to perform routine laboratory tasks, such as reading narrow glassware graduation, distinguish colors, solvent layers, etc.

Be able to wear PPE including lab coats, goggles/protective eye wear or face shields while performing laboratory tasks.

Be able to independently lift 25 lbs.

Special Requirements

This job may require occasional work to be performed on weekends and outside normal business hours.

Other Information not included above

Employee must attend all required training courses.

Employee is expected to routinely demonstrate a strong commitment to customer service.

Benefits

Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.

A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

Not all applicants will receive an interview.  If you are selected to be interviewed, you will be notified by email.