Principal Scientist; Industrial Monitoring
Location: Remote (CA preferred)
Compensation: $160,000 - $180,000 annually (negotiable based on experience)
Spheros Environmental is looking for an experienced Principal Scientist to expand our industrial air quality monitoring portfolio through new business opportunities and accelerated growth. The successful candidate will bring an established reputation in the field, nurture existing client relationships, and penetrate new markets. The Principal Scientist will maximize revenue in this growing market by increasing sales of air quality measurement equipment, operations and maintenance support for field projects, and broader scientific consulting services. Working under minimal supervision and as part of a larger team, the Principal Scientist will manage projects and ensure delivery with a high degree of organization and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership
- Collaborate with diverse, cross-functional teams and senior executives to develop mid- and long-term strategic initiatives in support of company goals.
- Lead the design and execution of air quality monitoring and analysis programs, including fixed and mobile sensor networks.
- Translate complex air quality data into clear, accessible insights for non-technical audiences.
- Maintain familiarity with evolving federal, state, and local air quality regulations and standards.
- Integrate emerging technologies (e.g. low-cost sensors, real-time dashboards, GIS tools) into monitoring programs.
- Lead reporting efforts including technical documents, public-facing summaries, and presentations.
- Foster and embrace a people-focused, high-performance culture that is aligned with our company's purpose and vision.
- Mentor a multidisciplinary team of scientists, analysts, and specialists.
Client Engagement and Business Development
- Identify new business opportunities and partnerships in air quality monitoring and related industrial services.
- Lead proposal writing, scoping, and development of technical approaches for competitive bids and client proposals.
- Represent the company at conferences, client meetings, and industry events.
- Build long-term client relationships by understanding market needs and aligning them with our air quality measurements and modeling capabilities.
Project Management
- Manage complex, multi-stakeholder air monitoring and data analysis projects from proposal through delivery.
- Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., air quality modeling, GIS, climate science, litigation services, etc.) to integrate air quality monitoring results into broader resilience solutions.
- Communicate results through clear technical reports, visualizations, dashboards, and presentations.
- Champion company policies and procedures and share ideas/suggestions for enhancing them.
Qualifications:
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Experience/Education: At least 15 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. BS + 11 years, MS + 10 years, PhD + 9 years) in Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Engineering, or a related field.
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Deep knowledge and understanding of the industrial air quality monitoring market with strategic vision and insight
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Proven experience managing projects, interacting with clients, and developing business. Experience in a leadership or senior management role is highly preferred.
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Comfortable and familiar managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment through excellent organizational, time management, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
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Willingness to travel in support of project and business development activities.
Why Spheros Environmental?
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Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Salary range of $160,000 - $180,000, with opportunities for bonuses and 401(k) contributions.
- Professional Growth: Ongoing training, conference opportunities, and pathways to leadership and ownership roles.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work options and flexible remote work opportunities in approved states.
- Inclusive Culture: We are an equal opportunity employer that fosters a diverse and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities to provide clients with services from all of Spheros Environmental practice areas.
Apply today! Spheros Environmental is an equal-opportunity employer.