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ANALYTICAL LABORATORY LEADS Interested in making a difference to the planet? Want to work with a team of Environmental Chemists who care about the protection of human health and the environment? Are you seeking broad exposure to environmental remediation and Superfund-related cleanup processes with interaction with EPA on a regional level? Enjoy travelling for your work? ICF is seeking motivated Analytical Laboratory Leadsin Environmental Chemistry to support an EPA contract, the Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT) across the country. The team performs soil, water, air, waste, and tissue sample analysis for chemical contaminants primarily supporting Superfund site assessment, remediation, and emergency response but also for compliance under the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act. Additional support provided by the team includes sample receipt and tracking, maintenance and monitoring of laboratory support equipment, inspections of safety equipment, chemical and supply inventory, environmental compliance activities, field sampling and analysis, warehouse support, and analytical subcontracting. We are seeking candidates for the various federal government laboratories across the US to include Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Kansas City, KS; Athens, GA; Chelmsford, MA; Edison, NJ; Corvallis, OR; Seattle, WA; Ft. Meade, MD; Chicago, IL. What You Will Do • Supervisea team of 5 to 10chemists and technicians providing sample analysis and quality assurance, and laboratory operational support • Provide technical input to and technical oversight of the work performed • Schedule, track, and report assignments and work products • Client contact and technical presentation • Ensure compliance with all technical, quality assurance, and safety requirements Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in chemistry or equivalent • 8+ years of experience performing or managing organic and/or inorganic analysis of environmental samples using CLP, SW-846, and other EPA methods • 5+ years of experience managing an environmental analysis group and/or laboratory of comparable size • Proficiency with data acquisition, instrument reporting, and Laboratory Information Management systems (LIMS) • Experience in a NELAC-certified, DOD or DOE environmental laboratory is required • Experience in analytical chemistry for determination of trace contaminants in environmental samples included automated preparation and analysis processes with emphasis on emerging contaminants • Recent "hands-on" experience operating GC, GC/MS, ICP, ICP/MS, LC/MS-MS, HPLC, or similar systems, including full use of applicable data acquisition and reporting software • US citizenship is required per federal contract requirements. • Must be able to pass an EPA background check to obtain access to US federal property. What We'd Like You to Have • Advanced degree in chemisty • Experience in high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) for dioxins and furans • Radiochemistry analysis of environmental matrices (soil, water, air) and data validation of radiochemistry data following MARLAP guidance • Recent experience withdata validation using the NFG • Experience with SMO Portal, EXES • Hands-on experience with LC/MS/MS for PFAS/PFO #ESAT #Indeed #LI-CC1 Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEOpolicy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please emailCandidateaccommodation@icf.comand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance atcandidateaccommodation@icf.com. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $89,203.00 - $151,646.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)