Associate Scientist

The Associate Scientist at Trilon Group in East Brunswick, NJ, conducts research and analysis for environmental projects under senior supervision. Responsibilities include statistical analysis, data collection, and report preparation. Candidates should have a B.S. in Environmental Engineering or Sciences and 0-3 years of experience. The role offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.
Associate Scientist

Department: Civil/Environmental

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: East Brunswick, NJ

Reporting To: Behram Turan

Description
The Associate Scientist has a science background who conducts research, collects data, analyzes samples, and supports environmental projects. The individual will work under the guidance of a senior scientist, providing technical support on environmental issues and other project needs. Additionally, they will be responsible for the completion of an assigned project or a sequent of a project on time and within budget consistent with CME’s quality standards and the client’s satisfaction.

Responsibilities
• Perform Statistical analysis of environmental data.
• Provide information and technical program assistance to government representatives, employers and the general public on the issues of public health, environmental protection or workplace safety.
• Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, and asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels and identify sources of pollution.
• Help prepare detailed reports, presentations, and publications on environmental findings, presenting complex scientific data to a wide range of stakeholders or other assigned project elements.
• Keep Supervisor apprised of all progress issues.
• Assist others when requested.
• Assist in preparation of proposals.
• Represent firm at meetings/conferences with clients or contractors.

Qualifications
Experience:
• 0 to 3 years of experience

Education and Certifications:
• B.S. in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Sciences relevant

Skills:
• Entry level knowledge of environmental engineering, technical engineering, planning, surveying, or landscape architectural skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Company personnel policies and procedures
• Organization and start-up procedures of projects
• Specific technical calculations necessary for the departmental assignments
• Municipal and government structures, laws, and business procedures in jurisdiction of projects assigned
• Project profit mechanism

Benefits
CME offers a competitive compensation package including: medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off.