Environmental Staff Scientist I

Job overview

The Environmental Staff Scientist I position is hybrid, with a preferred office location in Lincoln, RI and the option to request remote work up to two days per week. The posting lists a salary range of $71,000–$82,000 per year. BETA Group provides environmental consulting and engineering services across New England. The scientist supports environmental investigations, remediation, redevelopment, and infrastructure projects through field sampling, data analysis, mapping, reporting, and regulatory submissions. The role combines field and office work with mentorship and collaboration across technical disciplines.

What you'll do

• Conduct Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
• support site investigations and remediation projects
• collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and soil gas samples
• assist with drilling oversight and remediation
• analyze field data
• prepare GIS maps, figures, reports, and regulatory submittals
• maintain field documentation and project records
• collaborate with project managers, engineers, and technical staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

environmental staff scientist i

lincoln ri

beta group

environmental science

environmental consulting

site assessments

remediation

field sampling

gis

hybrid

up to 2 remote days

$71k–$82k

may 2027 graduates

employee-owned

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• employee stock ownership plan
• tuition assistance
• professional development
• employee engagement program
• 401(k) with annual match.

Why this role

The role is aimed at May 2027 graduates and offers mentorship, technical training, and increasing project responsibilities.

About the employer

BETA GROUP INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Environmental Consulting Services. Sector: 54.