GCMS Analyst - Laboratories

Position: GCMS Analyst I - Laboratories
## GCMS Analyst I - Laboratories Apply:
USA-NC-Durham-Capitola Drive:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
R8908#
** 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 support multiple projects by analyzing environmental samples by Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry. Your data goes into client reports that help industry and government clients demonstrate regulatory compliance and make informed decisions about their environmental impact. You’ll have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients, and you’ll be part of a strong team of committed professionals.  

This is the entry point of our analyst career path. As you are trained on additional assays and show growing independence in QA/QC, data review, and troubleshooting, you can advance to Analyst II and beyond.  The compensation range for this role is **$21.00 to $26.00**, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

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* Schedule:

** Monday - Friday, with occasional split shift and/or weekend duties  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
* Maintaining consumables and parts for instruments
* Participating in process improvement projects to increase efficiency or accuracy of analyses
* Supporting method development aimed at analytical optimization and validating sampling approaches for clients
* Communicating relevant updates to applicable people in a timely manner
* Compliance with Onterris’ Quality Assurance Program and other policies
* Compliance with Onterris’ Health and Safety Plan
* Performing other duties as assigned
** Your Expertise and Skills
** These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.  
* Required
* * Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
* Knowledge of analytical methods, analytical instruments, general lab practices, and lab safety
* Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills  
* Preferred
* * Prior GC–MS experience or training on one or more assays
* Working knowledge of Chem Station and Mass Hunter software
* Experience with a LIMS  
* You’ll do well here if you can
** Work on non-routine samples with guidance
* Work on multiple batches with minimal supervisor instruction as your training progresses
* Routinely meet QA/QC requirements for assigned assays once trained
* Keep documentation, timeliness, and throughput in line with laboratory standards
* Perform routine instrument maintenance and basic troubleshooting
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