Environmental Chemist Air Quality Focus Job #49983

Environmental Chemist - Air Quality Focus

Laboratory

Oakland, CA, US

Pay Rate Low: 35 | Pay Rate High: 45

A public health-focused environmental laboratory is seeking highly motivated individuals to assist with air quality monitoring and research. This role supports efforts to measure environmental pollutants such as smoke and ash, with an emphasis on both fieldwork and laboratory analysis.

Title: Environmental Chemist - Air Quality Focus

Location: Oakland, CA

Pay rate: $35- $45/hr.

Job type: 8-month contract (possibility of extension)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with air sampling and air quality monitoring in various settings

Operate, calibrate, and maintain scientific instruments and air samplers

Perform laboratory analyses using techniques such as:

Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)

Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)

Conduct literature reviews to support scientific research

Maintain lab cleanliness, equipment organization, and inventory

Support setup and operation of instruments in a mobile laboratory

Qualifications:

Experience operating GC-MS, ICP, or SEM

Prior experience in the environmental science industry

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Good communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Previous experience with laboratory instrumentation or environmental sampling is a plus

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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