The Center for Environmental Health (CEH) is a non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, dedicated to protecting people from corporate use of toxic chemicals.

CEH is hiring a Temporary Research Assistant to work full-time testing compliance with legal agreements we have negotiated with fashion retailers that set strict limits on use of lead-containing pigments in fashion accessories. 

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thorough, interested in protecting people from toxic chemicals, and committed to the strict adherence with safety protocols for the use of the x-ray fluorescence analyzer.

The Temporary Research Assistant will report to the Research Director. This is a one-year, temporary position beginning in March, and it is funded for one year.  This position is non-exempt.

Responsibilities

• Purchase fashion accessories from multiple California retailers
• Record purchase information in Excel spreadsheet
• Photograph purchased items
• Attend a safety training on the proper use of an x-ray fluorescence analyzer
• In accord with all established safety procedures, screen purchased items for lead content 
• Assist with enforcement of any violations with lead standards in CEH's legal agreements with fashion companies

Qualifications

• College graduate
• Organization
• Attention to detail
• Familiarity with Excel
• Ability to work well in both collaborative and independent scenarios
• Science background not required but could be helpful
• Passionate about reducing exposure to toxic chemicals

Compensation will be commensurate with successful candidate's experience.

Please include in your application:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Writing Sample
• Contact Information for three references

Please send materials by February 27, 2012 to:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  (subject line: Research Assistant).