Scientist 1

  • Pace Analytical Life Sciences, LLC
  • Westborough, Massachusetts
  • Full Time

Shift:Sunday through Thursday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Compensation: $20.20 per hour

Make an impact. Build a career.
At Pace, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. We continually work to develop innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate, quality data at every critical moment and milestone.
That's why we need you -- your curiosity, your talents, and your drive -- to help us advance this important work, and your career.

Find your place at Pace

Join us as a Scientist I in our Gas Chromatography department, where you'll put your love of science to work performing and overseeing projects within the wet chemistry department of our environmental testing laboratory.

Schedule and Location:
Sunday through Thursday, 2 pm - 10:30 pm
Shift differential eligible
Onsite - Westborough, MA

What you'll do
Facilitate and support the analysis, administration and oversight of water and soil samples using standard chemistry/ biochemistry policies, programs, and practices
Clean, maintain and calibrate instruments
Maintain detailed and organized documentation on all laboratory work

What you'll bring
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/ Biochemistry or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience -- lab experience required
Gas Chromatography (GC-FID) experience preferred
Ability to perform work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses and gloves; all PPE provided by Pace).

What we promise
Comprehensive benefit program, including medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement
Opportunities to build a rewarding career
An inclusive culture that stands for integrity, innovation and growth

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject to chemicals, fumes, gases, noxious odors, and related items in a lab setting.
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... For full info follow application link.

Pace Analytical is an equal opportunity employer.

Job ID: 522074681
Originally Posted on: 5/22/2026

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