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Chemist

Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Salary
$121K–$157K/yr
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
10/7/2025

Job Description

Summary

Lead projects and ensure compliance for hazardous materials and fuel chemistry, applying environmental regulations at a GS-13 level.

Job Title: Chemist (GS-13)

This role requires a highly experienced Chemist to manage complex projects and ensure compliance with environmental regulations concerning hazardous materials and fuel chemistry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local environmental laws for hazardous material management.
  • Analyze items for compliance, document results, and implement solutions.
  • Lead long-term projects on petroleum and alternate fuel chemistry, specifications, measurement, storage, and handling.
  • Resolve conflicts between technical requirements, environmental concerns, and logistical challenges.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of one year specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level (Federal, military, or private sector).
  • Experience should include interpreting environmental regulations, analyzing compliance, managing fuel chemistry projects, and resolving technical conflicts.

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or higher degree in physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Degree must include:
* 30 semester hours in Chemistry. * Mathematics through differential and integral calculus. * At least 6 semester hours of Physics.
  • Note: Official transcripts are required. All relevant experience, including volunteer work, is considered.


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Company Details

Company Size:26,000 (2024)
Founded:1961
Headquarters:Fort Belvoir, Virginia

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