Associate Scientist 1

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions.

Employee-ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment.

Weston continues to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years.

In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.

Associate Scientists perform basic technical tasks including collecting samples, gathering information, gathering, analyzing, and coordinating data in the preparation of accurate, clear, and relevant scientific reports.

Responsible for developing a working knowledge of the procedures which are necessary to execute a sound and efficient project and using agreed upon methods, procedures, and techniques.

Perform calculations and recommendations based on field investigations and data research and review within the established project schedules.

Acts as an entry-level incumbent with basic knowledge and skills, generally gained through college education and limited work experience; actively learning and gaining skills through work experience.

• Perform field assignments including field documentation and sampling tasks associated with assigned projects. Under supervision, make appropriate judgments regarding field investigation procedures including selection of sampling sites, use of sampling equipment, and knowledge of sampling techniques. Use appropriate techniques, producing quality samples from which sound scientific data can be drawn.
• Conduct laboratory investigation and analysis appropriate for the proper identification and evaluation of samples, if applicable. Process samples collected in the field to ensure proper identification.
• Perform scientific data research to compile relevant information to be used in conjunction with project data collected. Assess data as it relates to the project data collected. Evaluate and correlate the compiled information.
• Compile all information prescribed by the scope of work and present it in a logical, accurate, thorough, and understandable manner. Prepare meaningful, precise, and understandable written scientific reports of field and laboratory results appropriate to the defined areas of investigation. Draft scientific reports on client assignments including written reports, tables, figures, and illustrations. Use biometrics and statistical analysis in applying data analysis techniques. Analyze and present data and prepare quality control/ assurance project plans.