Environmental Scientist Marine and Oceanography Specialist

Battelle Memorial Institute is seeking a Marine and Oceanography Environmental Scientist in Norwell, MA. The role involves supporting environmental characterization projects, conducting field sampling, and managing data for marine and freshwater systems. Responsibilities include overseeing field activities, ensuring safety, and coordinating with teams. The position requires travel and flexibility for overtime and extended hours. The company values diversity and encourages applicants from various backgrounds.
Battelle Memorial Institute delivers cutting-edge research and development solutions, manages national laboratories, designs innovative products, and provides critical services for clients worldwide.

We value diversity and welcome qualified applicants from various backgrounds to join our team.
Job Summary:

This exciting opportunity is available for a Marine and Oceanography Environmental Scientist position in a dynamic environment.

The selected candidate will support complex environmental characterization projects focusing on marine and freshwater sediments, water, biota, and other environmental components.

Work will be conducted for government or private sector clients and may involve working aboard watercraft ranging in size from small skiffs to offshore research vessels requiring overnight stays.
Responsibilities:
• Participate in physical field sampling activities throughout the United States.
• Conduct environmental field activities (e.g., collect environmental samples, oversee subcontractors, enforce health and safety procedures) to investigate contamination in soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil gas, and air.
• Identify and acquire all materials, equipment, and resources to implement the required field scope of work at the project site.
• Communicate and coordinate field activities with field teams, project managers, and client representatives.
• Maintain accountability for on-site activities, including staff health and safety, field records, sample custody, and safety observations.
• Follow procedures to conduct field activities and document technical data.
• Collect, record, and manage field and sample data while following data quality requirements.
• Flexibility to work overtime, extended hours, and off-shifts as project needs arise.
• Flexibility to travel for extended periods several times per year.