Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

　　The Environmental Assessment Program{rel="nofollow"} (EAP)* within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a *Product Testing Senior Chemist (Chemist 4) *position. This position is located in our *Headquarters Office in* *Lacey, WA.{rel="nofollow"} Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

　　In this role, you will serve as the designated expert in the application and use of analytical methodologies for consumer product testing at Ecology. You will play a pivotal role guiding Ecology's Product Testing in the assessment of current priority toxic chemicals and in leading the strategic design for future testing of emerging toxics and chemical priorities in products. This position will further function to strengthen collaborative scientific partnerships for testing consumer products.Agency Mission: *Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.*Program Mission: *The mission of the Environmental Assessment Program is to measure, assess, and communicate environmental conditions in Washington State. We work to improve the environment for current and future generations through innovative and excellent science and thriving partnerships.*Tele-work options for this position: *This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule. *Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in "other information." Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

　　Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on January 24, 2024. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before *January 23, 2024. *If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.

　　*Please Note: *We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s){target="_blank" rel="noopener"},