Senior Analyst - National Characterization

About the role

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Analyst - National Characterization based in United States. This senior-level role provides leadership for the acquisition, stewardship, analysis, and reporting of material characterization data across multiple states. You will establish national standards for data quality, consistency, comparability, and long-term usability across complex characterization programs. The position combines advanced data analysis with governance, quality assurance, methodology development, and strategic program support. You will shape national sort category frameworks and evaluate state and local studies for methodological alignment and integration opportunities. Working closely with Data & Analytics and state teams, you will ensure characterization data supports reporting, benchmarking, strategic planning, and program evaluation. The role requires strong technical judgment, advanced analytical capabilities, and the ability to translate complex findings into practical guidance for diverse stakeholders. This is an opportunity to influence data standards and analytical practices across a growing, multi-state environmental and materials management program.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of processes for intake and integration of waste characterization datasets, including new studies, legacy data, third-party sources, and state-generated studies.
• Oversee data quality assurance activities, including standardization, validation, preparation, metadata management, documentation, assumptions, and version control.
• Establish and maintain national sort category frameworks and ensure consistent application across programs, state initiatives, and pilot studies.
• Provide oversight of category mapping methodologies, resolving discrepancies and accommodating state-specific reporting requirements while maintaining analytical comparability.
• Evaluate state and local waste characterization studies for methodological alignment, data suitability, quality, and opportunities for