Early Career Environmental Scientist

This Opportunity WSP is currently seeking an Early Career Environmental Scientist to work in-person out of our Gainesville, FL office. Takes part in providing technical assistance for the operation of a nationwide, 90+ site air quality monitoring network, including equipment inventory, maintenance, and troubleshooting; laboratory support; data review and problem identification; documentation; and shipping logistics. Your Impact • Assist in maintenance, repair, inventory, and ordering of ambient air quality and meteorological monitoring or analogous equipment and associated data loggers. • Perform and document calibration, certification and repairs of ambient air quality monitoring equipment and analyzers in a laboratory and field environment. • Under general supervision, assist with collecting and reviewing data from ambient monitoring sites. Perform routine data analysis and preparation and review of reports. • Provide basic technical assistance on various monitoring site support issues. • Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and notebook/logs. • Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures. • Complete training on assigned tasks. • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. • Must be able to safely lift and move heavy calibration kits and equipment. Who You Are Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Biology, Geography or closely related discipline. • 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience. • Excellent research skills with analytical mindset. • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. • Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. • Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools. • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. • Limited travel during first two years of employment. Preferred Qualifications: • R and/or Python coding experience. • Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific educational discipline. • A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. #LI-AB2