Serco · 14 hours ago
Environmental Data Validation / Quality Assurance Lead Illinois
Illinois, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expSerco is a company that supports the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and they are seeking an Environmental Data Validation / Quality Assurance Lead. This role involves leading a laboratory data validation team, ensuring quality assurance and control, and managing data interpretation and validation.
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Responsibilities
Review and validate organic (volatiles, semi-volatiles, pesticides, PCBs) and dioxin/PCB congener data using USEPA National Functional Guidelines (NFGs) and Regional SOPs
Review and validate ICP/AES and ICP/MS metals data per NFGs
May require a familiarity with various other organic, inorganic and high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) methods
Prepare detailed, professional reports on findings
Manage electronic data across platforms
Monitor workflow, backlogs, and performance metrics
Conduct SOP reviews as needed
Trend and monitor key performance metrics
Technical support in development, review, and/or revision of QA-related documents which may include: statements of work, scopes of work, reporting procedures, functional guidelines, data validation manuals, and other data review guidance for various analytical procedures, technical papers/documents prepared for publication, etc
Additional QA Support: Maintenance of laboratory-related documents including support to review, track, and maintain laboratory-related documents
Quality Assurance Program: Implementation of a QA Program including QMP, QAPPs, and related procedural SOPs
Generation and maintenance of documentation to keep current with program changes and to maintain efficiency
Qualification
Required
BS/BA in Chemistry or related field from an accredited university
8+ years in an environmental laboratory and/or using EPA methods. (6 years with an MS, 4 years with a Ph.D)
Experience managing analytical or data validation chemists or quality assurance personnel
Expertise in Organic and Inorganic prep, analyses, and data review
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Must be able to work on-site at the Chicago, IL, Laboratory Monday through Friday. This position does not offer any Hybrids work schedules at this time
Ability to obtain EPA Public Trust
Must be able to work evenings and/or weekends if required
Must be able to work standing for long periods
Must be able to work inside a chemical laboratory and handle chemicals
Must be able to wear all PPE (personal protective equipment) if necessary
Preferred
OSHA HAZWOPER 40-Hour certification
2+ years as an organic and/or inorganic chemist or lab technician
First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Tuition reimbursement program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Employee Assistance Plan
Company
Serco
Serco is a provider of professional, technology, and management services to government.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1988-05-12IPO
Leadership Team
Andrew Head
CEO, Serco Asia Pacific
Michael LaRouche
Chief Executive Officer, North America
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