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PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES LLC

Altoona, PAFull-time$16/hrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$16/hr
Location
Altoona, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Pace Analytical Services is seeking a Scientist I to conduct hands-on analysis in an environmental testing laboratory. The role analyzes air, water, and soil samples for environmental contaminants, reviews results, and maintains laboratory instruments and records. The position works Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and offers training for candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Laboratory AnalysisChemistry MethodsBiochemistry MethodsResult InterpretationInstrument CalibrationStanding for Extended PeriodsWorking Around Strong Odors

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or STEMEquivalent Education, Training, and Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave

Full job description

Shift: Tuesday-Saturday 7AM-4PM Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. Scientist I Compensation: $16.00 per hour Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM The salary range for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer. Make an Impact. Build a Career. At Pace, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we've conti nued developing innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate quality data at every critical moment and milestone. That's why we need you -- your curiosity, your talents, and your drive -- to help us advance this important work, and your career. We're seeking curious, motivated individuals who are passionate about protecting our environment and the communities we serve. If you're looking to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and build a long-term career in environmental science, Pace could be the perfect place for you. Find Y our P lace at Pace Join us as a Scientist and put your passion for science to work in our environmental testing laboratory. In this role, you'll conduct hands-on analysis within our laboratories , helping ensure the integrity and quality of environmental data that impacts communities and ecosystems. What You'll Do Work with instruments such as GC, HPLC, ICP and more Analyze air, water, and soil samples using established chemistry and biochemistry methods looking for environmental contaminants Review and interpret the results from the sample analysis Accurately document procedures, observations, and results to maintain high-quality, organized laboratory records Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other STEM related degrees - or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. We are happy to provide training! Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment, including standing for extended periods, working around strong odors, and wearing required PPE (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves-all provided by Pace) Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work. BenefitsWhen you join Pace, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft. Equal Opportunity Employer Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other character stic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Pace Analytical is an equal opportunity employer.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,126 open Scientist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$16/hr
  • US median$31–38/hr92 hourly ranges

This rate, $16/hr, is 54% below the US median midpoint ($35/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Scientist hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 104 open Scientist jobs in Pennsylvania and 2,126 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
Scientist postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 6 years (1,561 postings).
Education
1,132 of the 2,126 open Scientist jobs (53%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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