Senior Applications Chemist, Eurofins Environment Testing Air Toxics, Folsom, CA

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Senior Applications Chemist

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Senior Applications Chemist to join our team! The Senior Applications Chemist functions as a subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS technology within Eurofins Environmental Testing, supporting multiple projects, clients, and laboratory teams through advanced troubleshooting, method optimization, and technical leadership.

• Act as the primary technical authority for GC and GC/MS instrumentation and applications.
• Lead investigations of complex analytical issues affecting data quality or turnaround time.
• Support method development, modification, and validation projects in response to new client needs or regulatory changes.
• Establish and promote best practices for instrument maintenance, system cleanliness, and performance monitoring.
• Partner with QA, operations, and leadership to support continuous improvement and standardization across Eurofins laboratories.
• Support client technical discussions and respond to inquiries requiring advanced analytical knowledge.
• Contribute to evaluation and implementation of new instrumentation, consumables, and technologies.
• Provide advanced training and mentorship to lab teams.

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry or related discipline.
• Extensive experience with GC/MS platforms including GC/MS/MS.
• Demonstrated leadership in method development and technical problem solving.
• Experience with air-phase analysis and EPA Toxic Organic Compendium methods preferred.
• Experience mentoring teams and influencing across functions.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English is required.

Compensation: $75,000 - $95,000 per year. This position is exempt from overtime with full‑time hours, Monday‑Friday, 8 am‑5 pm. Base compensation may vary based on experience, skill set, internal peers, sector, and geographic location.

Eurofins employees receive comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options. Additional benefits include professional development support and a supportive environment that encourages career growth.

Eurofins encourages career growth and offers professional development opportunities. If you do not meet 100% of the qualifications, you are encouraged to apply.

Eurofins is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination on multiple bases, including gender identity, race, age, religion, sexual orientation, and disability.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.