Senior Laboratory Chemist

Description

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston has continued to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years.

In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future. Weston is seeking an experienced Senior Laboratory Chemist to conduct both routine and complex GC/MS analyses of organic compounds in environmental media including air, soil, water, and oil. Work will be performed in both fixed laboratory settings and mobile lab deployments, supporting a wide range of environmental investigations and emergency response efforts.

This is a dynamic opportunity for a seasoned chemist to play a critical role on an emergency response team and collaborate closely with clients as technical experts.

Location:

Edison, NJ

• Perform GC/MS analyses in mobile and fixed laboratory environments.
• Conduct analysis using EPA methods such as 8260, 8270, and TO series.
• Prepare standards and reagents.
• Interpret mass spectral data using libraries to elucidate compound structures.
• Prepare clear and concise reports based on analytical data.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Safely manage hazardous materials in a laboratory setting.
• Develop and validate methods using GC with detectors including FID, PID, and MS.
• Prepare samples using techniques such as dissolution, liquid-liquid extraction, separatory funnel extraction, Soxtherm extraction, and solid phase extraction.

• B.S. degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline with at least 30 hours of Chemistry coursework.
• Minimum 10 years of analytical chemistry experience, including 5 years of hands‑on instrument operation.
• Experience with Toxic Organic (TO) air methods and/or SW-846 methods for soil, water, and oil organic analyses.
• General knowledge of organic chemistry fundamentals, chromatography, and mass spectrometry theory.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Strong working knowledge of EPA analytical methods and environmental regulations.
• Understanding hazardous waste characterization, storage, and labeling requirements.
• Ability to travel for up to two weeks at a time, potentially up to 25% annually.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

• Experience with vapor intrusion sampling using summa canisters and Tedlar bags.
• Ability to prepare Site‑Specific Quality Assurance Project Plans and Technical Reports.
• Proficiency in computer applications and ability to quickly learn new software.
• Familiarity with the Incident Command System (ICS), especially IC‑100, 200, 700, and 800 courses (completion is a plus).
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Willingness to travel for field assignments, including mobile lab deployments.
• 40‑Hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Ability to work in PPE Levels D/C.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
• Paid time off includes personal, holiday and parental.
• Life and disability plans.
• Critical illness and accident plans.
• Work/Life flexibility.
• Professional development opportunities.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

Salary Range: $67,343-$88,868-$110,290