WRM-2026-20 Research Scientist 3, Chemistry

Open to: General Public

Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week

Salary: (P25) $ 79,843.57 - $

Opening Date: 7/28/2026

Closing Date: 8/19/2026

Existing Vacancies: 2

Department of Environmental Protection

Water Resource Management

Water Monitoring, Standards & Pesticide Control

Pesticide Control, Pesticide Evaluation and Monitoring Laboratory (PEML)

3 Schwarzkopf Drive

Ewing Township, NJ 08628

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Under the limited supervision of a Research Scientist 1 or other supervisory official in a State department, institution, or agency, implements and carries out chemical research projects designed by higher-level scientific staff, primarily in a laboratory setting and may include related field and/or office work; does other related duties as required.

This position will perform extractions and analysis of environmental samples for the presence of pesticide residues using the laboratory's Gas Chromatograph (GC) and Liquid Chromatograph (LC) triple quad instruments. The position will also maintain an active inventory of pesticide neat standards along with their Safety Data Sheet (SDS) which must be stored on site. Additional responsibilities also include conducting field monitoring of ground water, surface water, and NJ grown commodities (fruits & vegetables) for pesticide residue analysis;

purchasing reagents, chemicals, and laboratory supplies to maintain an uninterrupted laboratory operation; participate in maintaining the pesticide use databases and surveys; and generate analytical reports for projects and presenting the findings.

This position will perform extractions and analysis of environmental samples for the presence of pesticide residues using the laboratory's Gas Chromatograph (GC) and Liquid Chromatograph (LC) triple quad instruments. The position will also maintain an active inventory of pesticide neat standards along with their Safety Data Sheet (SDS) which must be stored on site. Additional responsibilities also include conducting field monitoring of ground water, surface water, and NJ grown commodities (fruits & vegetables) for pesticide residue analysis;

purchasing reagents, chemicals, and laboratory supplies to maintain an uninterrupted laboratory operation; participate in maintaining the pesticide use databases and surveys; and generate analytical reports for projects and presenting the findings.

Possess a strong analytical background and broad knowledge of pesticides.

EDUCATION:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry or other appropriate physical or environmental science discipline.

EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years of experience in chemical analysis or research; one (1) year of which must be in the operation of the gas chromatography mass spectrometer, gas chromatograph, high performance liquid chromatograph, fourier transform mass spectrometer, inductively coupled plasma spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrometer, x-ray defractor, transmission electron microscope, or updated replacement thereof.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please email SAME.gov, or call CSC at  and select Option #3.

• Paid Benefit Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Alternative Workweek Program*
• Telework*
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Commuter Tax Savings Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement*
• Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines

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