Environmental Analyst GCMS - Laboratory

Position: Environmental Analyst I GCMS - 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.

A Day in the Life

As an Analyst I in our Durham, NC lab, you'll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The compensation range for this role is $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, commiserate to skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

* Quantitative sample analysis by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)

* Preparation of data summaries for inclusion in client reports.

* Sample and standard preparation

* Instrument calibration and validation

* Instrument maintenance and troubleshooting

* Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis, equipment maintenance and data collected off site

* Maintain consumables and parts for instruments

* Overhead projects designed to improve efficiency of, or accuracy of analyses

* Communicating relevant updates to applicable people in a timely manner

* Ability to work on multiple batches with only minimal instruction from their supervisor

* Performing other duties and responsibilities as prescribed by the Company

* Compliance with Onterris Quality Assurance Program and other policies

* Compliance with Company's Health and Safety Plan

* Perform other duties as assigned

Your Expertise and Skills

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.

* They must be able to work on multiple batches with only minimal instruction from their supervisor.

* Without supervision, they must be able to routinely meet QA/QC requirements for the assays they perform.

* Their documentation, timeliness, and throughput must meet the standard of the laboratory.

* Instrument maintenance and simple troubleshooting are skills that are present to at least a moderate degree

Work Environment and

Physical Requirements

The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what's typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.

* Sitting, standing, and walking

* Lifting 50 pounds several times a day

* Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds

* Works in an office environment

* May be exposed to hot and cold environments

* May occasionally work shifts up to 12 hours in duration

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.  to learn more. #LI-SG1

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.