Environmental Chemist

ICF

. Support the USEPA Region 9 Environmental Services Assistance Team contract .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeCorvallis • Oregon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,364 - $85,618 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental analysis, including proficiency in EPA-approved methodologies and instrumentation such as GC-FID, GC-ECD, and GC/MS. Strong analytical skills are complemented by effective communication and teamwork abilities.

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Bachelor's Degree In ChemistryLaboratory Experience Using EPA-Approved MethodologiesProficiency In GC-FID, GC-ECD, And GC/MSSolvent Extraction Experience Using EPA MethodologiesLaboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) Experience

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Hard Skills

Environmental AnalysisOrganic Chemistry MethodsInorganic AnalysesChemical Contaminants AnalysisVolatile Organic Compounds DeterminationSemivolatile Organic Compounds DeterminationPesticides AnalysisAroclors AnalysisFuel Hydrocarbons AnalysisEmerging Contaminants Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationCritical ThinkingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

GC-ECDGC-FIDGCMSLaboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)Promium Element LIMS

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipEPA Background Check Clearance

Industry Keywords

USEPA Region 9NELAC StandardTNI AccreditationEnvironmental ProgramsFederal Facilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the USEPA Region 9 Environmental Services Assistance Team contract
Perform analysis of soil, water, air, waste, and tissue samples for chemical contaminants
Apply knowledge and work experience to prepare and analyze organic chemistry methods
Cross-train on various inorganic analyses as needed
Comply with EPA methods for air, water, soil, and biota media and environmental programs
Comply with the 2016 NELAC standard
Prepare samples and operate GC-ECD, GC-FID, and GCMS
Determine volatile and semivolatile organic compounds, pesticides, Aroclors, fuel hydrocarbons, and emerging contaminants
Work independently and as a member of a team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related
Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience using EPA-approved methodologies and instrumentation, preferably GC-FID, GC-ECD and GC/MS
Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
Ability to think critically
U.S. citizenship required per federal contract
Must be able to pass an EPA background check to obtain access to US federal property
Solvent extraction experience using EPA methodologies and CLLE, SPE, ASE and other techniques (preferred)
Prior progressive experience in laboratories accredited for environmental analyses, such as TNI or NELAC, or state programs (preferred)
Experience working at Federal facilities (preferred)
Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) experience; knowledge of Promium Element LIMS is a plus (preferred)
Must be authorized to work in the United States
This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and sincerely held religious beliefs
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