Life Scientist / Physical Scientist / Chemist (Laboratory Analyst) - R2

Summary

This position is in Region 2, Laboratory Services and Applied Science Division (LSASD), Laboratory Branch (LB), Organic and Inorganic Chemistry Section. About Region 2: EPA Region 2

This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.
*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.

Duties

At the entry level of this position, you will:

• Collect environmental samples for analysis to determine contaminants and analytical parameters.
• Compile data for interpretation and evaluation to determine its significance.
• Monitor data samples and adhere to Laboratory Quality Control system requirements.
• Provide information on sample analysis to federal, state, local and/or tribal governments.

When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses.  NOTE:  Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.

You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.