Senior Scientist/Engineer
About the role
ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. ERG seeks a senior scientist/engineer to support our work for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). We support research projects for federal and non-profit clients and seek support on projects focused on characterizing hazardous waste sites and evaluating remedial alternatives. The position will involve close collaboration with diverse practices across ERG.
Responsibilities
- Provide research support on research projects for the U.S. EPA, states, and nonprofit organizations
- Review Superfund site documents
- Perform mathematical modeling
- Write and edit reports
- Collaborate frequently with employees from related disciplines
- Conduct data analysis and interpretation of scientific results for some projects
Qualifications
- Ph.D. plus 5 years of experience with hazardous waste remediation
- Applied experience with quantitative research activities in an academic or professional setting
Skills
- Strong written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills
- Experience developing written products for technical and non-technical audiences
Pay
$65 - $180 an hour