Junior Environmental Lab Analyst

Job Description

The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Demonstrates and promotes the company vision

· Regular attendance and punctuality

· Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate

· Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs.

These include:

Preparation of samples using standard techniques

Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques

Calculating data o Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor

Performing routine instrument maintenance

· Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s environmental, health and safety and quality assurance standards

· Responsible for general housekeeping in work area

· Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems.

· Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods

· Aliquots and weighs samples

· Washes glassware

· Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

· Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):

Education/Experience (BMQ): BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.

Experience:

Laboratory experience helpful Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)

Ability and/or Skills (BMQ):

Reading, writing and speaking skills Problem solving skills Team participation and meeting management skills Time management and organization skills

Use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts

Complete work within time and quality constraints

Work independently following written or verbal instructions

Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing

Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:

• Organic preparation
• Metals preparation and analysis
• Gas Chromatography
• Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
• Radio Chemistry
• Wet Chemistry
• High Resolution preparation and analysis
• Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Additional Information

Requirements:

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Position is full-time Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 am - 7:30 pm. Will train on a Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm schedule before moving to the Tuesday - Saturday schedule. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Ashland, VA are encouraged to apply.

Pay rate: $19-22/hr

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. we offer excellent benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

* The benefits package offered will vary based on the employee's full-time or part-time regular status.

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