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ANALYTICAL LABORATORY LEADĀ
ICF is seeking an Analytical Laboratory LeadsĀ in Environmental Chemistry to support an EPA contract, the Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT) across the country. The team performs soil, water, air, waste, and tissue sample analysis for chemical contaminants primarily supporting Superfund site assessment, remediation, and emergency response but also for compliance under the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act. Additional support provided by the team includes sample receipt and tracking, maintenance and monitoring of laboratory support equipment, inspections of safety equipment, chemical and supply inventory, environmental compliance activities, field sampling and analysis, warehouse support, and analytical subcontracting.
We are seeking candidates for a federal government laboratory in Athens, GA.
What You Will Do
SuperviseĀ a team of 5 to 10Ā chemists and technicians providing sample analysis and quality assurance, and laboratory operational support
Provide technical input to and technical oversight of the work performed
Schedule, track, and report assignments and work products
Client contact and technical presentation
Ensure compliance with all technical, quality assurance, and safety requirements
Basic Qualifications
Bachelorās degree in chemistry or equivalent
8+ years of experience performing or managing organic and/or inorganic analysis of environmental samples using CLP, SW-846, and other EPA methods
5+ years of experience managing an environmental analysis group and/or laboratory of comparable size
Proficiency with data acquisition, instrument reporting, and Laboratory Information Management systems (LIMS)
Experience in a NELAC-certified, DOD or DOE environmental laboratory is required
Experience in analytical chemistry for determination of trace contaminants in environmental samples included automated preparation and analysis processes with emphasis on emerging contaminants
Recent āhands-onā experience operating GC, GC/MS, ICP, ICP/MS, LC/MS-MS, HPLC, or similar systems, including full use of applicable data acquisition and reporting software
US citizenship is required per federal contract requirements.
Must be able to pass an EPA background check to obtain access to US federal property.
What Weād Like You to Have
Advanced degree in chemistry
Experience in high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) for dioxins and furans
Radiochemistry analysis of environmental matrices (soil, water, air) and data validation of radiochemistry data following MARLAP guidance
Recent experience withĀ data validation using the NFG
Experience with SMO Portal, EXES
Hands-on experience with LC/MS/MS for PFAS/PFO
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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$89,649.00 - $152,404.00Atlanta, GA (GA18)Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site
