PFAS Technical Specialist
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Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMAre you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. Location: West Columbia, SC Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) Company description: Pace Analytical Services is a leading provider of environmental and life sciences testing services. For more than 40 years, Pace has provided high-quality, consistent, and reliable analytical data to support clients across industries such as environmental, pharmaceutical, medical device, energy, and manufacturing. With laboratories and service centers across the United States, Pace offers a wide range of services including environmental testing, product testing, life sciences solutions, and regulatory compliance support. Our mission is to advance science and protect the environment and communities we serve by delivering science better. Pace Analytical Services is proud to be a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Summary We are seeking an experienced PFAS Technical Specialist to join our Environmental Testing Lab. This role serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for PFAS analysis, method development, and quality assurance. The successful candidate will ensure the lab can accurately detect and quantify PFAS in water, soil, and other matrices in compliance with EPA/state methods and client requirements. As the technical leader for the PFAS department, this individual will implement new methods, introduce best practices, and provide training to ensure a highly functioning team from both a technical and productivity standpoint. Essential Functions
Qualifications Education & Experience:
Technical Skills:
Preferred Experience:
Soft Skills:
Why Pace? At Pace Analytical Services, your curiosity, expertise, and dedication help us advance science and make communities healthier and safer. We offer a collaborative workplace, opportunities for growth, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Pace Analytical Services provides a compensation range for informational purposes; the actual base salary may vary depending on factors such as relevant experience, technical expertise, internal equity, business sector, and geographic location. To learn more about Pace, please visit our website at www.pacelabs.com. We support your growth! Even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. At Pace, we're committed to investing in your professional development and helping you build a rewarding career in science and laboratory services. We embrace diversity! Pace Analytical Services believes that innovation and strength come from diverse perspectives. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. Sustainability matters to us! At Pace, we take our responsibility to the environment seriously. From implementing greener practices in our laboratories to driving efficiency and waste reduction, our teams are empowered to make a lasting positive impact in the communities we serve. Find out more about careers at Pace: Pace Careers. Benefits When you join Pace, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft. Equal Opportunity Employer Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. At Pace, science is more than a mission-it's our way of creating healthier communities and a safer world. Every day, we push boundaries, develop new methods, and deliver solutions that make a lasting impact. We're looking for passionate people-curious minds, dedicated talent, and driven professionals-to join us in advancing this vital work while building a rewarding career. Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work. Benefits Equal Opportunity Employer Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. |