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Scientist - Entry Level

Job in Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1, England, UK
Listing for: Eurofins
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-16
Job specializations:
  • Science
    Research Scientist, Clinical Research
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18000 - 19000 GBP Yearly GBP 18000.00 19000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Scientist - Entry Level - Training Provided

The Associate Scientist prepares and/or analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to approved scientific methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This position can be physical job that may require standing for long periods, working with organic solvents, laboratory glassware and specialized equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:
  • Preparation of samples using standard techniques
  • Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
  • Evaluation and quantification of data
  • Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
  • Performing routine instrument maintenance
  • Competency in complex instrumentation instrument specific software (training is provided)
  • Responsible for keeping personal training documentation (training records, IDOC/DOC) current and accurate
  • Responsible for timely completion of assigned/scheduled QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT)
  • As required, documents NCMs for projects with quality issues
  • Understands and utilizes backlog reports to manage personal workload
  • Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
  • Regular attendance and punctuality
  • Responsible for general housekeeping in work area
  • Proficient with IDOCs, for assigned methods carried out in the department (training provided)
  • Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment health and safety and quality assurance standards
  • Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
  • Inventories and stocks laboratory supplies
  • Washes and inventories glassware
  • Purges analyzed samples
  • Assists in other areas of laboratory when needed
  • Additional duties as assigned
Follow and learn appropriate protocols (training provided)
  • Organic preparation
  • Metals preparation and analysis
  • PFAS sample preparation
  • HRMS sample preparation
  • Gas Chromatography
  • Mass Spectrometry
  • Radio Chemistry
  • Wet Chemistry
  • High Resolution preparation and analysis
  • Low Resolution preparation and analysis
Shift
  • Position is 2nd shift, 3pm-1130pm.
Requirements
  • BS or BA in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or related field, Associate Degree, or 2 years of related laboratory experience in lieu of degree.
  • Proficiency with computers
  • Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship
Ideal Candidates
  • Previous experience in a lab or production setting
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
  • Effective collaboration skills to contribute to team goals and support department productivity goals
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Effectively balances multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.
  • Comfortable using mathematical formulas and tools to perform calculations and analyze data.
  • Consistently delivers high-quality work within established timelines and specifications.
  • Able to work independently or as part of a team, following written or verbal instructions with minimal oversight.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies., Please note
- Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location., We support your development! Do you feel you don't match 100% of the requirements? Don't hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career…

Position Requirements
Less than 1 Year work experience
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