About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an Analyst I in our Richmond, VA lab, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The compensation range for this role is $19.00 to $22.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Analyze samples by FIMS, ICP-OES and ISP-MS using EPA methods
• Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation
• Prepare standards, dilute samples, calibrate equipment
• Development of ICP/MS methods
• Maintain adequate consumables and parts for ICP/MS
• Maintain inventory of digestion reagents & supplies
• Preparation/Digestion of samples
• Overhead projects designed to improve efficiency of, or accuracy of analyses
• Comply with Quality Assurance Program and other Policies
• Inform managers or peers of their understanding or any situation that is out of compliance
• Comply with Exposure Control Plan
• Document all significant events in the measurement process clearly and completely. Legible, compliant entries into templates and logbooks to specifications detailed in the SOP for the lab documentation.
• Obtain from Group Leaders or peers a complete understanding of compliance criteria for the tests, technical training, and procedures they are performing at specific workstations.
• Workstation responsibilities may include additional items beyond those listed above.
• Other duties as assigned from manager

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Associates degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in professional setting.
• An Analyst I will be able to perform much of their work independently, but needs direction from a Group Leader or more senior analyst to execute most effectively.
• Knowledge of LIMS, analytical method, analytical instruments, general lab practices and lab safety
• Must be flexible in work schedule and able to work overtime when needed.
• Well organized and have an attention to detail
• Good organization and communication skills

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.

• Sitting, standing, and walking
• Lifting 50 pounds several times a day
• Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
• Works in an office environment when not deployed on an emergency response
• May be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions
• May occasionally work shifts up to 24 hours in duration

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. Click here to learn more. #LI-SG1

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.