Quality Assurance Engineer

Opportunity: 

Are you a Quality Assurance Engineer with a passion for Marine Science, looking for a rare opportunity to join the largest independent not-for-profit R&D Company in the World?  Here is your chance! We are now accepting applications at The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Here at PNNL, we bring together experts from multiple scientific disciplines to solve national challenges in energy, environment and national security for the benefit of the U.S. Department of Energy and the nation. Our Sequim Marine Research Operations on Washington State's Olympic Peninsula, is the Department of Energy's only marine research laboratory

 Marine and Environmental Chemistry:

The Marine Sciences Laboratory at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory conducts basic research in marine and environmental sciences. A major focus of our research is on the behavior and fate of potentially toxic and hazardous compounds in marine systems. We are one of the few laboratories in the world recognized for our unique analytical and research capabilities for environmental mercury research.

 

The marine and environmental chemistry group also provides specialized analytical and field services to public, private, and government clients. We specialize in low- level determinations and chemical speciation of trace elements and metalloids in water, sediments, and tissues. Some of our unique analytical and field sampling capabilities and state-of-the-art instrumentation are described at http://marine.pnl.gov/research_areas/marine_chemistry.asp

 

Job Description: 

The purpose of this job position is to provide Quality Assurance services and consultation to the Marine Sciences Laboratory in beautiful Sequim, WA. Essentially, this individual is the MSL resident Quality subject matter expert. MSL researchers help clients understand the effects of pollutants on marine and freshwater organisms; measure trace substances in the marine environment and develop tests to determine safe levels of the substances; assess and restore marine and coastal habitats; and use satellite information and other remote sensing techniques to map, measure, and model what happens in the ocean and estuarine environments.

 

Minimum Requirements:

 This position requires a BS degree in chemistry or related field with a minimum of six years or an advanced degree and three to five years of experience in applying quality and safety principles to applied research and development activities.  The position requires a working knowledge of quality and safety concepts, terminology, and methodologies; familiarity with quality and safety processes, tools and techniques.

 

Compensation:

 Here at PNNL, we offer nationally competitive salaries with bonus opportunity based on performance

 Plus:

SHORT to NO commute

Ride your bike to work

Flex time

Tuition Reimbursement

Flex savings accounts - childcare and medical

Pension and a 401(k) matching

Outdoor activities - hiking, boating, golf

Leadership development

Just a few hours to the metro areas of Portland and Seattle

 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace.  All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.