Environmental Analyst - Laboratories

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

As an Analyst I in our Durham, NC lab
, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The compensation range for this role is $21.00 to $26.00
, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Quantitative sample analysis by Gas Chromatography using a variety of detectors
• Preparation of data summaries for inclusion in client reports.
• Sample and standard preparation
• Instrument calibration and validation
• Instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis, equipment maintenance and data collected off site
• Overhead projects designed to improve efficiency of, or accuracy of analyses
• Method development aimed at analytical optimization and validating sampling approaches for clients
• Communicating relevant updates to applicable people in a timely manner
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as prescribed by the Company
• Compliance with Enthalpy’s Quality Assurance Program and other policies
• Compliance with Company’s Health and Safety Plan
• Occasional split shift and/or weekend duties
• Other duties as assigned

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years GC experience preferred
• Experience with Chem Station software
• Experience in FTIR analysis
• Without supervision, they must be able to routinely meet QA/QC requirements for the assays they perform.
• Documentation, timeliness, and throughput must meet the standard of the laboratory.
• Must be able to describe the operation of the instrument and/or the chemistry involved in the assays they perform.
• Strong instrument maintenance and troubleshooting skills are needed.

• Sitting, standing, and walking
• Lifting 50 pounds several times a day
• Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
• Works in an office environment
• May be exposed to hot and cold environments
• May occasionally work shifts up to 12 hours in duration

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.