The posting
At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee-ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston continues to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.
Associate Scientists perform basic technical tasks including collecting samples, gathering information; and gathering, analyzing, and coordinating data in the preparation of accurate, clear, and relevant scientific reports. Responsible for developing a working knowledge of the procedures which are necessary to execute a sound and efficient project and using agreed upon methods, procedures, and techniques. Perform calculations and recommendations based on field investigations and data research and review within the established project schedules. Works independently on tasks with little oversight. Interacts professionally and effectively with clients. Accurately records project information and identifies creative solutions to project challenges. Coach new hires on projects within practice.
Location: Edison, NJ
Expected Outcomes:
- Perform field assignments including field documentation and sampling tasks associated with assigned projects. Under supervision, make appropriate judgments regarding field investigation procedures including selection of sampling sites, use of sampling equipment, and knowledge of sampling techniques. Use appropriate techniques, producing quality samples from which sound scientific data can be drawn.
- Conduct laboratory investigation and analysis appropriate for the proper identification and evaluation of samples, if applicable. Process samples collected in the field in order to ensure proper identification.
- Research and compile relevant scientific information to support project findings. Assess, interpret, and correlate this information with project-specific data to identify meaningful relationships and conclusions.
- Organize information required by the scope of work and prepare clear, accurate, thorough, and technically sound scientific reports that document field and laboratory results.
- Develop supporting technical deliverables for client assignments, including tables, figures, illustrations, and quality assurance/quality control project plans. Apply appropriate biometric and statistical methods to analyze and present project data.
- Ensure assigned work complies with project specifications, standard operating procedures, scope requirements, and quality standards, and maintain complete, auditable, and organized project records.
- Collaborate with technicians and other team personnel to complete projects efficiently and accurately. Make recommendations for improvements in sampling techniques, system design, and laboratory practices.
- Assist the project management team in updating/tracking schedule progress and estimating and tracking project costs.
- Mentor junior staff, provide task-level direction and constructive technical feedback, and support consistent application of methods, quality expectations, and lessons learned.
- Interact with clients in a professional manner, responding to client questions and requests and escalating to more senior team members when appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Sciences or related field and 4-6 years of related experience.
- Ability to analyze, interpret and present data.
- Ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
- Ability to carry out multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proficiency with electronic data-collection, GPS, GIS, data-management, and Microsoft Office® applications, including establishing consistent workflows and guiding others in their use.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including presenting technical information, providing constructive feedback, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, laboratories, and clients.
- Effective organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Commitment to ethical conduct, professionalism, accountability, continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and development of junior staff.
- Complies with Weston Health and Safety (EHS) policies and site-specific safety plans. Responsible for personal EHS compliance, and actively engages co-workers in EHS compliance. May serve in an EHS leadership role directing, mentoring, and training staff in EHS activities.
- Ability to receive and deliver detailed information through written and oral communications.
- Ability to work outdoors at active construction, remediation, or similar project sites; walk long distances over varied terrain; climb ladders; work at elevations; and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to travel.
We fully invest in our people: Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
- Paid time off including personal, holiday, and parental leave.
- Life and disability plans.
- Critical illness and accident plans.
- Work/Life flexibility.
- Professional development opportunities.
Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.
