Environmental Scientist

• This is for an upcoming future opportunity. This position is part of a proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award. This will be based out of Bethesda, MD.

• This is for an upcoming future opportunity. This position is part of a proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award. This will be based out of Bethesda, MD.

The Scientist (UNDS) provides scientific research, biological analysis, and technical support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCDD) in the area of Uniform National Discharge Standards (UNDS) program execution. This role applies biological science expertise to support the Navy’s compliance with 40 CFR 1700 and related state, federal, and international wastewater management policies affecting Navy vessels and operations.

This position applies scientific methodology, including biological sampling, toxicity testing, bioassay methods, and EPA-approved test methods (40 CFR 136), to discharge characterization, water quality analysis, and regulatory impact assessment. The Scientist coordinates with EPA, state regulatory agencies, Navy program offices, and Fleet units to support requirements development, discharge characterization, and policy compliance for the Navy’s UNDS program. The candidate is responsible for UNDS task areas and must apply rigorous QA/QC protocols, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater to ensure scientifically defensible results.

• Review state, federal, and international policies and regulations affecting shipboard wastewater discharge management
• Summarize regulatory findings in clear, actionable scientific reports for program leadership and stakeholders
• Identify and assess the impacts of proposed or enacted regulatory changes on Navy UNDS program compliance obligations
• Monitor EPA rule making, Congressional legislation, and international conventions (e.g., MARPOL Annex IV) for UNDS relevance
• Characterize discharges from Navy vessels using biological sampling, chemical analysis, and physical measurements per 40 CFR Part 1700
• Conduct biological sampling, toxicity testing, and bioassay methods to assess discharge characteristics and environmental impacts
• Apply EPA-approved test methods (40 CFR 136) and Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater for all analytical work
• Collect and analyze water quality data from discharge streams aboard Navy vessels; maintain chain of custody and QA/QC protocols
• Support preparation of discharge characterization reports and data summaries (CDRL A002)
• Coordinate with laboratories and field teams for sampling and analytical services as required; utilize LIMS for data management
• Support the development of Navy regulations, policies, and guidelines in response to UNDS requirements
• Draft and review UNDS-related policy documents, standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) drawing on biological science expertise
• Coordinate with NAVSEA, EPA, and Navy program offices to develop scientifically sound regulatory responses
• Assist in the preparation of Navy comments on proposed federal and state environmental rule makings affecting biological and water quality standards
• Conduct outreach and awareness training for Navy personnel on UNDS requirements, discharge standards, and compliance procedures
• Develop training materials, presentations, and informational resources on biological sampling and water quality for Fleet and program office audiences
• Support creation of awareness campaigns and educational content related to shipboard environmental stewardship and discharge management
• Deliver training in multiple formats including classroom, aboard ship, and through informational products
• Manage supporting documentation arising from UNDS regulatory, policy, sampling, and outreach activities
• Track actions and decisions resulting from regulatory reviews, policy development, laboratory analyses, and program meetings
• Maintain program records, laboratory data files, and correspondence related to UNDS compliance activities
• Prepare status reports and action item logs for program…