Junior Air Sensors Scientist / Environmental Monitoring Specialist

Job overview

The Junior Air Sensors Scientist / Environmental Monitoring Specialist role is onsite in Raleigh, NC, with a salary range of $55,000–$100,000 per year. The position supports research and development for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Research and Development through ERG. The specialist supports air-quality monitoring, sensor evaluation, laboratory testing, and field studies, while collecting and reviewing environmental data. This work contributes to research projects through accurate measurements, quality assurance, analysis, and technical reporting.

What you'll do

• Support air and environmental 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
• review data for accuracy and project requirements
• support QAPP, SOP, and QA/QC activities
• prepare summaries, figures, presentations, and reports
• maintain records and follow safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

junior air sensors scientist

environmental monitoring

air quality

environmental sensors

aerosol science

field studies

raleigh nc

erg

$55k–$100k

epa research support

25%–50% field activities

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
• paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Why this role

Field activities may account for approximately 25%–50% of work time, and travel to field sites may be required. The posting seeks an early-career candidate with a relevant bachelor’s degree and zero to five years of experience.

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.