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Tetra Tech is seeking a full-time Analytical or Environmental Chemists to provide data validation support to federal and other clients for our Denver, CO operation.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves the quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about doing high quality technical work and using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

The selected candidate will provide analytical chemistry-related support for environmental projects involving federal, tribal, state, local, and private clients. You will be responsible for conducting up to Stage 4 data validation and data quality assessments. Advanced data validation experience is required. You will work collaboratively with a team of experienced chemists, scientists, and engineers who provide data validation services to clients across the company.

Additionally, you may support environmental emergency response activities; field investigations (involving soil, sediment, water, and air sampling); coordination with analytical laboratories; and data planning, collection, and evaluation. The selected candidate's responsibilities may involve providing task and project management support, including procurement and oversight of subcontract laboratories. You will work collaboratively with and under the supervision of a project or program manager. Experience in laboratory analysis, field chemistry, and field sample collection for site investigations and emergency response efforts is pre

The candidate will also support preparation of and technical writing for reports, letter reports, remedial investigation reports, monthly progress reports, standard operating procedures, and more. You will also prepare other various technical deliverables including databases, proposals, cost estimates, tables, and figures. Strong writing skills are criti

The selected candidate will interact with Tetra Tech offices nationwide, and interact with subcontractors, stakeholders, and clients. The candidate should be flexible and able to manage multiple demands successfully.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multi-billion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting http://www.tetratech.com/en/benefits.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have at least five (5) years relevant experience in conducting validation of laboratory analytical data according to EPA and other government guidance and protocols. Specifically, you will have:

Experience and advanced proficiency in conducting data validation of all Stages (Stages 1 through 4 as defined in EPA's Guidance for Labeling Externally Validated Laboratory Analytical Data for Superfund Use [January 2009]). Therefore, the position requires depth of experience in conducting multiple Stages of data validation, up to and including Stage 4 reviews of full (Level 4) laboratory data packages; must include experience with recalculating instrument calibration equations and quality control (QC) and field sample results, and interpreting chromatograms and mass spectra in support of target analyte identification. Significant experience is required in the use and application of the EPA CLP National Functional Guidelines for organic, inorganic, and high-resolution data review. The candidate must have broad experience validating analytical data for both organic and inorganic parameters, including for EPA SW-846 Methods 8260 (volatile organic compounds); 8270 (semivolatile organic compounds); 8081 (organochlorine pesticides); 8151 (herbicides); 8290 (dioxins and furans); 8330 (explosives); 6010/6020/7470/7471

Full knowledge, familiarity with, and understanding of the various compendiums of laboratory analytical methods, including EPA SW-846, EPA toxic organic methods in ambient air, and the Contract Laboratory Program (CLP) Statements of Work.

Experience conducting data validation of the analysis of samples (for example, via EPA Method 537.1 and EPA Draft Method 1633) for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is a plus.

Experience conducting data quality assessments and writing data quality assessment reports that summarize the reconciliation of a project's data quality with the stated project data quality objectives (DQO).

Proficiency in interpreting field and laboratory analytical data and