Organics Detection System Environmental Scientist

ORSANCO is an Interstate water pollution control agency that seeks a qualified individual to assist in the operation and maintenance of volatiles organics monitoring instrumentation used for detection of chemical pollutants in the Ohio River.

ORSANCO’s Organics Detection System (ODS) is a network of instrumentation positioned along the Ohio River and major tributaries that is designed to screen for volatile pollutants that may have contaminated waterways. The instruments comprise of Gas Chromatographs (GCs) and Mass Spectrometers (MS) for the detection of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s). The Environmental Scientist for this program assists in the operation and maintenance of the ODS, Emergency Response, and Source Water Protection programs. This position is hands-on and requires a working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, pnuematic, electrical, and computer systems. ORSANCO is headquarted in Cincinnati, Ohio. Overnight travel along the Ohio River (Pittsburgh, PA to Paducah, KY) is required as necessary.

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Submit a letter, resume, and references by May 15th, 2026.