Junior Air Sensors Scientist, Environmental Monitoring Specialist

Job overview

Compensation is $55,000–$100,000 per year. The Junior Air Sensors Scientist / Environmental Monitoring Specialist role is onsite at EPA research facilities in Chapel Hill, NC, with field activities potentially accounting for approximately 25%–50% of work time. ; the posting says salary depends on experience. ERG supports research and development activities for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Research and Development. The specialist supports air-quality research through sensor operation, environmental sampling, laboratory testing, field measurements, and data analysis. The work helps project teams evaluate monitoring methods and produce accurate, quality-controlled environmental data and technical reports.

What you'll do

• Support air-quality monitoring, laboratory research, and field data collection
• operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot sensors and instruments
• assist with sampling and monitoring campaigns
• organize and analyze data
• support laboratory testing and instrument evaluations
• review data for accuracy and project requirements
• follow QAPPs, SOPs, and QA/QC practices
• prepare summaries, figures, presentations, and reports
• maintain records and follow safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

junior air sensors scientist

environmental monitoring

air quality

environmental sensors

aerosol science

particulate matter

chapel hill nc

erg

epa research

field studies

laboratory research

health insurance

401(k)

paid vacation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), profit sharing, employee assistance program, 11–20 paid vacation days, paid holidays, and sick leave.

Why this role

Early-career opportunity supporting EPA research, with laboratory and field work and potential field activities of approximately 25%–50% of work time.

About the employer

ERG is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.