LCMS Analyst - Environmental Laboratory

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement.

A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

Deliver data that drives decisions. As a full-time Analyst (Analytical Chemist) in our El Dorado Hills, CA Laboratory, you’ll operate and maintain GC-LCMS instruments, deliver accurate, QC/QA-compliant reports, and help ensure every result is reliable, on time, and ready to make an impact. The compensation range for this role is $27.00 - $35.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Department: LCMS (Instrument). To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Quantitative sample analysis
• Understand the purpose of the testing and determine if analyses do not meet minimum quality control and project criteria
• Maintaining organized records of analysis and equipment maintenance
• Instrument calibration and troubleshooting of equipment
• Work with Group Leader to improve quality and efficiency of analyses
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as prescribed by the Company
• Compliance with Enthalpy's Quality Assurance Program and other policies
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the LCMS-Instrument Group Lead
• Occasional split shift and/or weekend duties as needed

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating LC-MS and/or GC-MS
• Knowledge of analytical methods, analytical instruments, general lab practices and lab safety

• 2 years in an analytical testing environment (academic or professional)
• Experience using Waters Mass Lynx software
• Experience testing for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) by LC-MS/MS
• Must be flexible in work schedule and able to work overtime
• Well organized and have an attention to detail

• Works in an office and/or laboratory environment
• Sitting, standing, and walking
• Able to sit for long periods of time
• Must have ability to lift up to 35 lbs routinely
• Occasional split shift and/or weekend duties as needed
• Look at a computer screen for lengthy periods of time

#INDONT

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents,  to learn more.