Early Career Environmental Scientist

This Opportunity

WSP is currently seeking an Early Career Environmental Scientist to work in-person out of our Gainesville, FL office.

Takes part in providing technical assistance for the operation of a nationwide, 90+ site air quality monitoring network, including equipment inventory, maintenance, and troubleshooting; laboratory support; data review and problem identification; documentation; and shipping logistics.

• Assist in maintenance, repair, inventory, and ordering of ambient air quality and meteorological monitoring or analogous equipment and associated data loggers.
• Perform and document calibration, certification and repairs of ambient air quality monitoring equipment and analyzers in a laboratory and field environment.
• Under general supervision, assist with collecting and reviewing data from ambient monitoring sites. Perform routine data analysis and preparation and review of reports.
• Provide basic technical assistance on various monitoring site support issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and notebook/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Must be able to safely lift and move heavy calibration kits and equipment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Biology, Geography or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Limited travel during first two years of employment.

• R and/or Python coding experience.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific educational discipline.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.