Job Description:

Summary:

Barr is seeking a data quality specialist who will undertake assignments on multidisciplinary project teams involving data quality practices from planning to reporting of various environmental and analytical data. Project responsibilities will include working with the project teams to evaluate laboratory capabilities and provide recommendations to project teams; prepare cost estimates for data collection (sampling, analysis, data evaluation and validation, management and reporting); provide analytical sampling advice to project teams; coordinate laboratory services; order sample kits; perform review and assessment of environmental data; and perform other duties as assigned by the company. Assignments will also include technical writing and preparation of sampling and analysis plans, quality assurance project plans and other quality assurance/quality control documents and data summary reports. Candidates must possess a commitment to data integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple commitments.

Minimum Qualifications:

7 years of experience working with laboratory data and quality systems or a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or microbiology

Knowledge of analytical methods (US EPA, Standard Methods, etc.), and data evaluation and validation procedures

Strong math and science skills, including knowledge of environmental chemistry

Strong technical and problem-solving skills, as well as attention to detail, accuracy and precision in performance of duties

A flexible working style and the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Willingness to travel and occasionally adjust personal schedule to meet project deadlines

Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future

Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

5 years working at an environmental laboratory as an analyst, manager, or quality control coordinator

Familiarity with environmental regulations

Knowledge of statistics

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office.

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Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.