Chemist

THE POSITION

Are you eager to apply your chemistry expertise to work protecting the environment around you? If you excel in conducting professional laboratory analyses of various substances to identify environmentally significant components using specialized equipment and established methods, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Are you eager to apply your chemistry expertise to work protecting the environment around you? If you excel in conducting professional laboratory analyses of various substances to identify environmentally significant components using specialized equipment and established methods, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

The Department of Environmental Protection is looking for a Chemist 1 who possesses strong analytical abilities and a passion for teamwork. This position with our Organic, Radiation, and Biological Services Division offers hands‑on experience with meaningful laboratory work that aims to positively influence communities and the environment in Pennsylvania. Enhance your skills and further your career with us!

This position analyzes and interprets data from environmental samples to ensure reliable results. Work includes organizing samples for efficient processing, preparing necessary reagents, standards, spikes, and other quality control measures. The primary focus will be on analyzing Gross Alpha, Gross Beta, Radium‑228, and utilizing a Gas Flow Proportional Counter. As a Chemist 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Sample Analysis:
  Organize, prepare, and test samples; evaluate accuracy, precision, or recovery of completed work; and write preliminary reports
• Equipment Use:
  Conduct preventative maintenance on analytical instruments, coordinate with service technicians for repairs, and troubleshoot issues keep the instruments functioning effectively
• Quality Responsibilities:
  Perform, record, and review Quality Assurance and Quality Control studies; ensure all work and processes comply with current methods, procedures, and standards
• Process Improvement:
  Assist with adapting, validating, and documenting analytical methods under the direction of senior staff
• Training Support:
  Teach analysts and interns correct methodologies; cross train to learn work performed by other sections
• Data Management:
  Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook to assist in data interpretation and ensure proper chain of custody; enter, verify, and backup laboratory data in recordkeeping systems

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position may require travel.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:
  
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• A bachelor’s degree in chemistry; or
• A bachelor’s degree that includes 30 credits in chemistry or biochemistry.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.

• You must possess and maintain a REAL  passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.