Project to Senior Scientist
Integral Consulting Inc.
Date: 7 hours ago
City: Carlsbad, CA
Contract type: Full time
Description
About You
You are an environmental scientist specializing in water quality monitoring, stormwater monitoring and planning, and sediment sampling projects. A lifelong learner, you want to keep growing intellectually and professionally. You know how to prepare winning proposals and exceed clients’ expectations. Collaborating with colleagues with diverse expertise is exciting for you, and you are also comfortable working independently. People thrive under your coaching. Quality management and integrity are among your strongest principles.
About Integral
Integral Consulting Inc. is a science and engineering firm delivering sound technical solutions to meet today's challenges in the health, environmental, and natural resource arenas. We are a values-driven collaborative team that is as passionate about company culture as we are about the work we do for our clients. Since our founding in 2002, we have operated with a demonstrated commitment to the well-being, diversity, and professional development of our staff and an equal commitment to strong partnerships with our clients and teaming partners. We are a company where people come to solve today’s toughest environmental challenges through innovative ideas, exceptional teamwork, and dedication to accuracy and technical quality.
About The Job
We are currently seeking a mid-level scientist for our Sediment and Water Investigation and Monitoring practice. The position supports multiple clients and projects, with day-to-day responsibilities that may include environmental monitoring, field observation, data collection, leading field teams, project site maintenance, and other fieldwork. The selected candidate will work closely with project team members on water quality monitoring, stormwater planning and monitoring, and sediment sampling efforts across Southern California. This role requires a balance of teamwork and independent work, along with strong problem-solving skills to support complex environmental challenges. Career growth at Integral includes opportunities to manage tasks and projects, engage with clients, and present or publish your work through scientific conferences and peer-reviewed journals.
This position may offer in-office, remote, or hybrid opportunities based on the candidate’s location and the needs of the organization.
Responsibilities
Job responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:
Candidates should hold a B.S. or M.S. degree in environmental science, water resource engineering, biology, chemistry, ecology, or other similar scientific field.
The ideal candidate will have:
An employee’s total compensation package includes annual salary, company-subsidized (employee and family) medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) participation with a company match of 1% to 4% of annual compensation, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance, annual paid sick leave (10 days), paid vacation (15 days), paid holidays (9 days), and the potential for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance. Paid time off will be prorated to reflect part-time scheduled hours, if applicable.
Integral Consulting Inc. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer who provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, military, veteran, or Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act protected veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information (including testing or characteristics), or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and excellence, and we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we live in and serve. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] .
We are excited to connect with individuals who share our mission and values, and those who bring diverse contributions to our team. We value unique perspectives and skills, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.
The application window for this position will remain open until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent on candidates successfully passing an employment history screening, degree verification, and a federal, state, and county criminal background and Watch List screening. Candidates will receive a written notice of this requirement. All screenings will be done in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws.
About You
You are an environmental scientist specializing in water quality monitoring, stormwater monitoring and planning, and sediment sampling projects. A lifelong learner, you want to keep growing intellectually and professionally. You know how to prepare winning proposals and exceed clients’ expectations. Collaborating with colleagues with diverse expertise is exciting for you, and you are also comfortable working independently. People thrive under your coaching. Quality management and integrity are among your strongest principles.
About Integral
Integral Consulting Inc. is a science and engineering firm delivering sound technical solutions to meet today's challenges in the health, environmental, and natural resource arenas. We are a values-driven collaborative team that is as passionate about company culture as we are about the work we do for our clients. Since our founding in 2002, we have operated with a demonstrated commitment to the well-being, diversity, and professional development of our staff and an equal commitment to strong partnerships with our clients and teaming partners. We are a company where people come to solve today’s toughest environmental challenges through innovative ideas, exceptional teamwork, and dedication to accuracy and technical quality.
About The Job
We are currently seeking a mid-level scientist for our Sediment and Water Investigation and Monitoring practice. The position supports multiple clients and projects, with day-to-day responsibilities that may include environmental monitoring, field observation, data collection, leading field teams, project site maintenance, and other fieldwork. The selected candidate will work closely with project team members on water quality monitoring, stormwater planning and monitoring, and sediment sampling efforts across Southern California. This role requires a balance of teamwork and independent work, along with strong problem-solving skills to support complex environmental challenges. Career growth at Integral includes opportunities to manage tasks and projects, engage with clients, and present or publish your work through scientific conferences and peer-reviewed journals.
This position may offer in-office, remote, or hybrid opportunities based on the candidate’s location and the needs of the organization.
Responsibilities
Job responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:
- Conducting environmental monitoring, such as stormwater sampling, sediment sampling, soil sampling, surface water sampling, surveys of outfalls, and collection of in situ flow and water quality measurements.
- Making detailed field observations and maintaining documentation.
- Assisting with the review, analysis, and reporting of collected field data.
- Leading field teams and mentoring junior-level staff.
- Assisting in field operations management.
- Assisting project managers on new or current projects.
- Performing project site maintenance, which may include troubleshooting, cleaning, repairing, installing, or replacing stormwater collection field equipment.
- Maintaining, calibrating, and taking inventory of in-house equipment.
- Effectively and regularly communicating the status of assignments to the project manager.
- Fieldwork responsibilities may include long days in the field, extended exposure to the elements (sun, rain, wind), prolonged standing, and other physically demanding tasks such as lifting equipment or materials.
Candidates should hold a B.S. or M.S. degree in environmental science, water resource engineering, biology, chemistry, ecology, or other similar scientific field.
The ideal candidate will have:
- 5+ years of work experience in the field of environmental science.
- Experience conducting environmental monitoring, such as sediment and/or soil sample collection, stormwater monitoring or other water quality monitoring.
- Experience leading field crews on projects.
- Experience with operating automated stormwater monitoring equipment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills along with basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to perform work independently or as part of a team, with minimal training and supervision.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to proactively and independently take on new assignments.
- Ability to work safely in a variety of environments and weather conditions, including confined spaces, boats, elevated locations, and inclement weather.
- Willingness to travel for projects within California, which may occasionally require overnight hotel stays.
- Availability to be on call for stormwater monitoring season from October 1 to April 30; this may include working nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing more than 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Boating experience and proficiency with hand and power tools.
- A valid U.S. driver's license (or ability to obtain one upon hire) and a clean driving record. If a driver’s license cannot be obtained, reliable transportation to project and field sites is required.
- A desire to grow both intellectually and professionally
- Strong organizational abilities
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers
An employee’s total compensation package includes annual salary, company-subsidized (employee and family) medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) participation with a company match of 1% to 4% of annual compensation, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance, annual paid sick leave (10 days), paid vacation (15 days), paid holidays (9 days), and the potential for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance. Paid time off will be prorated to reflect part-time scheduled hours, if applicable.
Integral Consulting Inc. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer who provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, military, veteran, or Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act protected veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information (including testing or characteristics), or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and excellence, and we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we live in and serve. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] .
We are excited to connect with individuals who share our mission and values, and those who bring diverse contributions to our team. We value unique perspectives and skills, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.
The application window for this position will remain open until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent on candidates successfully passing an employment history screening, degree verification, and a federal, state, and county criminal background and Watch List screening. Candidates will receive a written notice of this requirement. All screenings will be done in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws.
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