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KBR Environmental Chemist in Houston, Texas
Title:
Environmental Chemist
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This position will provide technical and analytical chemistry support for the Environmental Chemistry Laboratory (ECL) in the Biomedical and Environmental Research Department part of the Human Health and Performance Contract (HHPC) supporting NASA at Johnson Space Center as. The major focus of the position will be the analysis of air and water samples returned from returned from spaceflight for trace contaminants as well as ground-based testing of a variety of sample matrices using LC-MS and GC-MS instrumentation in support of NASA programs. Other duties will include development, testing, and preparation of environmental monitoring hardware for human spaceflight missions. This position is charged with developing new methods, identifying method improvements, and developing investigative studies to verify the proposed method modifications. This position also requires the chemist to remain aware of advances in both instrumentation and techniques in order to improve existing methods and procedures related to environmental sample analysis. This is a hands-on position requiring a strong, practical background in LC-MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS, and IC.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental plan; must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the Company’s safety policies and rules and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel
Responsible for compliance with the Quality Assurance Plan, policies and procedures
Responsible for completing all assigned training in a timely manner
Review data acquisition and analysis processes and develop SOPs for defined testing
Proficient in standard laboratory assays and protocols
Prepare data summary charts as required
Attend laboratory meetings as required
Other duties may be assigned as the needs of the laboratory change
Perform analysis of archival spaceflight samples, ground-based projects, and controls according to established protocols
Manage workload, review and report results, and query historical data using a Laboratory Information Management System.
Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation as needed
Knowledge of ISO 9001/9100 quality systems as related to environmental sample analysis
Preparation of external standards for identification and quantitation of target compounds
Prepare test methods, test plans, and technical papers as required
Develop and evaluate new analytical methods and work instructions as required for special samples or specific compounds as requested by the customer(s)
Prepare and submit purchase requests for equipment and laboratory supplies as needed. This may include conducting market surveys, obtaining cost estimates, and preparing necessary forms and justifications
Review product literature, publish laboratory results, and attend workshops and/or conferences to maintain technical proficiency and update skills.
Present results at national and international meetings as required
Work with pressure systems including compressed gas cylinders, regulators, associated fittings, and gas delivery systems
Prepare and present technical and safety topics to laboratory personnel periodically
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:
A Ph.D. with 0-2 years of relevant experience or a M.S. degree with 5-10 years of relevant experience. The degree must be awarded for study in a relevant physical science (e.g. chemistry, biology, physics).
Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident
DESIRED:
Strong laboratory skills and extensive hands-on experience.
Ability to evaluate, select, and apply specialized knowledge to achieve task completion
Ability to demonstrate advanced competence in adaptation or modification of standard techniques
Ability to be responsible for completion of multiple or complex projects
Excellent multi-tasking, organization, and documentation skills
SKILLS/TRAINING
REQUIRED:
Environmental/research laboratory experience
Ability to perform needed tasks on an individual basis with limited supervision.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Experience with LC-MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS and IC instrumentation
Excellent data management skills, organization, documentation skills, and ability to think independently
Experience with ISO-quality procedures
Excellent technical skills, oral communication, technical writing, and data interpretation skills
Experience building novel test stands
Experience with a wide variety of sample matrices
Experience in Chromeleon and ChemStation software
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
DESIRED:
Experience with standardized and regulated methods
Experience with ISO 9001/9100 quality systems
Experience with quality procedures associated with high profile samples
Experience with Sample Master Laboratory Information Management System
Recent evidence of publication/presentations
KBR Benefits
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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR
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