Laboratory Analyst , Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast, Buffalo NY

Job Overview

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services across multiple industries. We are recognized as the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical product testing and a key player in agroscience CRO services, genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, and advanced material sciences, supporting clinical studies and specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Compensation: $19–22 per hour (DOE).

Hours:

Sunday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Must live within commuting distance of Buffalo, NY.

• Demonstrate and promote the company vision.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Apply GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate.
• Perform routine lab tasks—preparing samples, performing chemical analysis, calculating and recording data, reporting unusual test occurrences, conducting routine instrument maintenance—while following standard techniques and scientific/EPA methodology.
• Ensure compliance with Eurofins EHS and QA standards and maintain general housekeeping.
• Become trained on complex instrumentation such as gas chromatography, GC/MS, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument‑specific data systems.
• Work under close supervision using routine and standard methods.
• Aliquot and weigh samples, wash glassware, and conduct all activities safely and efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reading, writing and speaking skills; problem‑solving; teamwork and meeting‑management; time management and organization; use of calculators/mathematical formulas; ability to work independently and follow written or verbal instructions; competence in organic preparation, metals preparation and analysis, gas chromatography, GC/MS, radio chemistry, wet chemistry, high‑resolution and low‑resolution preparation and analysis.

• Minimum BS degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience.
• Experience in an environmental laboratory is a plus.
• At least 1–2 years of preparation or analytical experience, or a comparable combination.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to relate well to people.
• Positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures.
• Strong organization, problem‑solving, reasoning, judgment and decision‑making skills.
• Detail orientation and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Versatility and flexibility in dealing with people.
• Ability to synthesize and retain information.
• Computer skills; experience with LIMs software is a plus.
• Basic math skills: multiplication, division, algebra.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Willingness to work overtime as necessary.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Capability to work independently and within time constraints.
• To perform other duties as assigned.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful pre‑employment drug screen and background check.