Job Description
The position involves providing technical support for research projects related to environmental science, including atmospheric sciences, air quality modeling, and laboratory work, primarily for the U.S. EPA. It offers hands-on experience in designing, developing, and executing technical research in a multidisciplinary environment for early-career professionals or recent graduates.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical support in the development, design, and execution of research projects related to environmental sciences and air quality modeling.
- Conduct research activities including measurement method validation, source emission characterization, and data collection in atmospheric, chemical, biological, toxicological, and ecological areas.
- Work in specialized laboratories and machine shops, including fabrication, metrology, analytical, and microbiological laboratories.
- Assist in designing, developing, and optimizing technical solutions and project execution.
- Collaborate with senior staff to prepare work plans, quality assurance documents, health and safety plans, and technical reports.
Requirements
- The candidate must have a strong technical background relevant to engineering, science, or related fields.
- The candidate must have excellent problem-solving skills.
- The candidate must have the ability to collaborate across teams to drive innovation.
- The candidate must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- The candidate must be a recent graduate or early-career professional seeking hands-on experience in technical research projects.
- The candidate must be willing to work in specialized laboratories and machine shops including fabrication machine shops, Metrology laboratory, and microbiological laboratories.
- The candidate must have the ability to assist in designing, developing, and optimizing solutions, and executing technical projects under the guidance of senior staff.
- The candidate must be able to work with senior staff to write work plans, quality assurance project plans, health and safety plans, and reports for work performed by ERG.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salaries
Health and dental insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Educational benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Generous 401(k) plan
Profit sharing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid vacation days (11-20 per year)
Paid holidays (10 per year)
Sick leave (56 hours or more per year, pro-rated for part-time)
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