Eastern Research Group

Public health and environmental safety consulting

Junior Air Sensors Scientist / Environmental Monitoring Specialist

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Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, Environmental Studies, Data Science, or a related scientific or engineering discipline is required.
Zero to five years of relevant experience, including internships, cooperative education programs, undergraduate research, laboratory experience, field sampling, or environmental monitoring.
Demonstrated interest in air quality monitoring, environmental monitoring, environmental sensors, aerosol science, atmospheric science, particulate matter, exposure assessment, or environmental data analysis.
Ability to work on-site in laboratory, office, and field environments.
Ability to follow established procedures and maintain accurate technical records.
Occasional lifting of equipment or materials weighing up to 35 pounds may be required.
Use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, protective footwear, and other equipment as appropriate, is required.

Responsibilities

Support air quality monitoring, environmental monitoring, laboratory research, and field data collection activities.
Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot environmental sensors, air monitoring instruments, and scientific equipment.
Assist with environmental sampling, field measurements, and monitoring campaigns.
Support research involving aerosol measurements, particulate matter monitoring, air pollution, environmental sensors, and exposure assessment.
Collect, organize, manage, and review environmental and air quality data.
Perform basic data analysis using scientific, statistical, or computational methods.
Assist with laboratory testing and instrument performance evaluations.
Review data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.
Support implementation of Quality Assurance Project Plans, Standard Operating Procedures, and quality assurance and quality control activities.
Prepare data summaries, figures, tables, presentations, and technical reports.
Maintain accurate laboratory records, field logs, and project documentation.
Follow laboratory, field, and workplace health and safety procedures.
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, technicians, and project managers to support project objectives.
Travel to field locations or EPA facilities as needed.
Perform other environmental research- and monitoring-related duties as assigned.
Work on-site at EPA research facilities; field activities may account for approximately 25%–50% of work time, depending on project needs.
Work in laboratories, offices, outdoor field locations, and other monitoring environments.

Desired Qualifications

Experience using R, Python, MATLAB, or Microsoft Excel for scientific or environmental data analysis is preferred.
Familiarity with EPA monitoring programs, environmental measurement methods, Quality Assurance Project Plans, or Standard Operating Procedures is a plus.
Experience preparing technical reports, scientific summaries, presentations, tables, or figures is a plus.
Experience or coursework in two or more of the following areas is preferred: air quality monitoring or environmental monitoring; air pollution measurement or air monitoring instrumentation; environmental sensors or sensor evaluation; aerosol science or aerosol measurements; particulate matter, including PM2.5 and PM10; atmospheric science or environmental exposure assessment; scientific or environmental instrumentation; instrument calibration and performance testing; laboratory safety or environmental field studies; and quality assurance and quality control.

Salary Range: 55000 to 100000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a highly motivated Junior Air Sensors Scientist / Environmental Monitoring Specialist to support research and development activities for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Research and Development. This position is an excellent opportunity for a early-career professional interested in air quality monitoring, environmental sensors, aerosol science, atmospheric research, environmental data analysis, laboratory operations, and field studies.

The successful candidate will work with multidisciplinary teams on projects involving air quality monitoring, particulate matter measurements, aerosol characterization, environmental sensor evaluations, exposure assessment, environmental sampling, and data collection. The qualified individual must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to follow established procedures while working effectively in laboratory, field, and team environments.

Job Description:

Support air quality monitoring, environmental monitoring, laboratory research, and field data collection activities
Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot environmental sensors, air monitoring instruments, and scientific equipment
Assist with environmental sampling, field measurements, and monitoring campaigns
Support research involving aerosol measurements, particulate matter monitoring, air pollution, environmental sensors, and exposure assessment
Collect, organize, manage, and review environmental and air quality data
Perform basic data analysis using scientific, statistical, or computational methods
Assist with laboratory testing and instrument performance evaluations
Review data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements
Support implementation of Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) activities
Prepare data summaries, figures, tables, presentations, and technical reports
Maintain accurate laboratory records, field logs, and project documentation
Follow laboratory, field, and workplace health and safety procedures
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, technicians, and project managers to support project objectives
Travel to field locations or EPA facilities as needed
Perform other environmental research- and monitoring-related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, Environmental Studies, Data Science, or a related scientific or engineering discipline
Zero to five years of relevant experience, including internships, cooperative education programs, undergraduate research, laboratory experience, field sampling, or environmental monitoring
Demonstrated interest in air quality monitoring, environmental monitoring, environmental sensors, aerosol science, atmospheric science, particulate matter, exposure assessment, or environmental data analysis
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work on-site in laboratory, office, and field environments
Experience using R, Python, MATLAB, or Microsoft Excel for scientific or environmental data analysis is preferred
Familiarity with EPA monitoring programs, environmental measurement methods, QAPPs, or SOPs is a plus
Experience preparing technical reports, scientific summaries, presentations, tables, or figures is a plus
Ability to follow established procedures and maintain accurate technical records
Experience or coursework in two or more of the following areas is preferred:
Air quality monitoring or environmental monitoring
Air pollution measurement or air monitoring instrumentation
Environmental sensor or sensor evaluation
Aerosol science or aerosol measurements
Particulate matter, including PM2.5 and PM10
Atmospheric science or environmental exposure assessment
Scientific or environmental instrumentation
Instrument calibration and performance testing
Laboratory safety or environmental field studies
Quality assurance and quality control

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

This is an on-site position at EPA research facilities
Field activities may account for approximately 25%–50% of work time, depending on project needs
Work may take place in laboratories, offices, outdoor field locations, and other monitoring environments
Occasional lifting of equipment or materials weighing up to 35 pounds may be required
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, protective footwear, and other equipment as appropriate, is required
Some travel to field sites may be required

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (781) 674-7293.

ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

About the Company

Eastern Research Group

Public health and environmental safety consulting

Eastern Research Group (ERG) provides consulting services in public health, environmental safety, and worker health and safety. It works with government agencies, communities, private companies, and non-profits to address environmental and health challenges. The firm emphasizes assessing environmental and occupational exposures, ensuring safety of food and drugs, planning sustainable facilities, and improving worker health and safety. Revenue comes from consulting fees, often under long-term government contracts. ERG differentiates itself by its mission-driven focus on fairness, equity, and social justice, and by partnering with a diverse client base including small, disadvantaged, minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Its goal is to protect public health and the environment, improve workplace safety, and promote inclusive economic growth through collaboration with diverse partners.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: $83M
Headquarters: Oslo, Norway
Founded: 1984

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