Chemist

At the advertised grade, you will: Prepare, analyze, and evaluate environmental samples for the determination of contaminants and chemical parameters. Interpret and evaluate data to determine its significance. Implement and adhere to Laboratory Quality Control system requirements. Modify and validate methods. Provide technical assistance based on the analysis of environmental samples. When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.