Environmental Scientist
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Parsons Corporation is hiring an Environmental Scientist. Parsons seeks an Associate Scientist to apply technical skills on complex environmental remediation projects, performing monitoring, sampling, equipment operation, data collection, documentation, and contractor oversight while collaborating with cross‑disciplinary teams to expand expertise in contaminant fate, remediation strategy, risk assessment, and project management.
Key focus areas include Perform environmental monitoring and sampling of various media including groundwater and soil, Conduct light non‑aqueous phase liquid (LNAPL) and hydrogeologic field investigations, and Operate, inspect, and troubleshoot equipment for environmental remediation systems.
Important skills include Documentation, Data Formatting, Data Summarization, Data Visualization, Understanding Of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and Work Independently. Preferred (not required): Low-Flow Groundwater Sampling Methods.
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In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Associate Scientist to join our team! In this role you will apply your technical skills on complex environmental remediation projects.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Perform environmental monitoring and sampling of various media including but not limited to groundwater and soil.
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Conduct light non-aqueous phase liquid (LNAPL) and hydrogeologic field investigations.
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Operate, inspect, and troubleshoot various equipment for environmental remediation systems.
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Collect site data, provide documentation for site activities, and prepare written reports.
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Provide contractor oversight for construction and drilling projects.
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Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary project team to execute field investigations and system optimization initiatives.
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This role offers the opportunity to expand your expertise into areas such as contaminant fate and transport , remediation strategy and risk assessment, and project management.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
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Bachelor's Degree in a science curriculum related to the assigned discipline
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0+ years of related work experience
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Strong verbal and written communication including technical writing ability.
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Data formatting, summarization, and visualization.
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Understanding of personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Clean driving record
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Ability to work independently, outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions, typical of Midwest US.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
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Prior experience in an environmental field preferred.
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Prior experience with low-flow groundwater sampling methods preferred.
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Current OSHA HAZWOPER certification a plus.
Security Clearance Requirement:
None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!
Salary Range: $22.93 - $40.14
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
This position requires a Fit for Duty exam as part of the job requirements. Successful completion of this exam(s) will be required post offer acceptance, prior to you being able to continue in the hiring process and onboarding.
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
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About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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