Environmental Scientist 2 - Baton Rouge, LA
Company: Pace Analytical Services, LLC
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: March 15, 2023
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Job Description:
SUMMARY: Responsible for providing or overseeing the analysis,
administration and oversight of varied chemistry/biochemistry
policies, programs and practices; provides feedback and guidance to
regarding the analysis of materials, products and/or devices
utilizing using intermediate to complex professional and technical
knowledge of
chemistry/biochemistry or related instrumentation, testing, and
procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This class specification lists the
major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.
Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other
than those contained in this document and may be required to have
specific job-related knowledge and skills. 1. Provides intermediate
to complex analysis in support of various testing materials,
products and/or devices utilizing various analytical
instrumentation; follows Standard Operating Procedures and methods
to perform testing. 2. Provides intermediate to complex review,
analysis, interpretation and documentation of testing results. 3.
Overseeing or reviewing, completing and processing various types of
chemistry/biochemistry forms, documents, databases, and related
materials and information. 4. Provides intermediate to complex
analysis, interpretation and counsel to staff, management, and
functional leaders regarding chemistry/biochemistry policies,
programs and practices; involves varied operations and leading
implementation and change. 5. Provides various research, feedback
and decisions to resolve management and employee questions and
requirements; assists with receiving customer feedback and
coordinating resources and responses as required. 6. Analyzes and
reviews intermediate to complex operations, results, feedback and
related chemistry/biochemistry information on an ongoing to as
needed basis to determine trends, draw conclusions, interpret
findings, and presents results, proposals and recommendations to
management. 7. Ensures the accuracy of various tests, equipment,
actions, procedures and operational databases, reports, and related
details through audits, queries, and
operational reviews; works with teams to resolve discrepancies. 8.
Assists with developing or participating in chemistry/biochemistry
or cross-functional project or program objectives, which includes
proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other
project requirements, receives direction and presents information
to management. 10. Interprets and applies department policies and
procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and
regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed. 11.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's
service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or
participating as an active member of a work team. 12. Promotes and
supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating
courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers
and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and
effective workplace environment. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this
job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in
chemistry/biochemistry, or a closely related field; AND two (2)
years of chemistry/biochemistry experience, including experience
with complex programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination
of education, training and experience. Required Certificates,
Licenses, and Registrations: Continued employment is contingent
upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in
active status without suspension or revocation.
Computer applications and systems related to the work. Principles
and practices to serving as an effective project team member.
Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to
ensure safe, effective and appropriate operations. Correct business
English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Performing
intermediate to complex professional-level chemistry/biochemistry
duties in a variety of assigned areas. Overseeing and administering
various chemistry/biochemistry functions. Training others in
policies and procedures related to the work. Serving as a team
member and the development and management of projects. Operating in
a both a team and individual contributor environment. Interpreting,
applying and explaining applicable laws, codes and regulations.
Preparing intermediate to complex functionals reports,
correspondence and other written materials. Using initiative and
independent judgment within established department guidelines.
Using tact, discretion and prudence in working with those contacted
in the course of the work. Performing effective oral presentations
to large and small groups across functional peers and the
department. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team
or work unit goals, objectives and activities. Establishing and
maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of
individuals contacted in the course of the work. PHYSICAL/MENTAL
REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described herein are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a lab and
office setting, use standard office and lab equipment and stamina
to sit for extended periods of time; exerting up to 20 pounds of
force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to
lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to read printed
materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to
communicate in person or over the telephone. WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject
chemicals, fumes, gasses, noxious odors and related items in a lab
setting.
Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM40+ Hours/Week
Keywords: Pace Analytical Services, LLC, Baton Rouge , Environmental Scientist 2 - Baton Rouge, LA, Other , Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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