County laboratory seeks full-time PFAS chemist as testing demand grows

Apr 9, 2025

Barnstable County health and environment officials told the finance committee the county lab needs a full-time PFAS chemist to maintain certification and meet growing local demand, including an ARPA-funded private-well testing program of about 300 wells.

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Barnstable County health and environment staff asked the finance committee to approve a full-time PFAS chemist position, saying certification requirements and rising sample volumes make the job a full-time necessity.

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