Consulting Associate, Environmental Data Manager/Data Quality Scientist (Entry Level)

ERM is seeking an Environmental Data Manager/Data Quality Scientist in the United States (location flexible). The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and interested in a career involving analytical data management, with a focus on data quality. As part of our team, you will work on large environmental projects across North America, and support ERM’s projects worldwide.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Integrate data from laboratory, field, and historical sources into ERM’s EQuIS™ databases and other systems.
• Work with project teams to plan sampling campaigns and deliverable schedules, provide query/reporting support, and develop reporting dashboards for a wide variety of projects.
• Coordinate with ERM/client contracted laboratories to ensure that project data quality objectives are being met.
• Perform environmental data verification and validation in accordance with national, regional, and/or project specific guidelines.
• Work with ERM’s various Technical Communities to develop innovative data services and automated workflows.
• Interact and maintain successful relationships with clients, ERM employees, and subcontractors.
• Perform and manage multiple tasks within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS/BA degree in chemistry, geology or environmental science related field. Or the equivalency of 8+ years related experience in lieu of education.
• Knowledge of various analytical methods related to environmental sampling.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable working at a desk performing computer-based tasks.
• Intermediate to advance knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, and Access.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Recent graduate to 2+ years of previous work experience in environmental data quality with strong analytical/database skills.
• A background in environmental chemistry with prior analytical laboratory experience and/or data validation is preferred.
• Experience with EarthSoft’s EQuIS™ software (and all included modules).
• Experience with sample preparation and analysis and use of various analytical laboratory instruments (GC/MS, GC, ICP, LC, etc.).
• Experience performing environmental data validation and/or data quality reviews in accordance with USEPA National Functional Guidelines (NFGs) and/or other regional data review guidance (TRRP, NYSDEC DUSR, ADEC, etc.).
• Experience with R or other computer language.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!