Laboratory Analyst II; Metals​/ICP; Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast - North Kingstown, RI

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.

Position Summary:

The Analyst II prepares and analyzes environmental samples using both standard and complex testing according to scientific and environmental protection methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures. Validates and reviews data for accuracy through Level I reviews. Uploads laboratory data into LIMS system to generate data packages for delivery to clients. Must be knowledgeable of a broad range of laboratory testing equipment requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation.

• Performs laboratory procedures requiring knowledge of scientific methods and testing procedures including:
  • Batching and prepping samples for analysis, taking into account special and varied client and quality assurance requirements
  • Making reagents for sample analysis
  • Aliquots extracted samples to maximize laboratory productivity
  • Preparing appropriate standards to ensure compliant data
  • Determining appropriate routine and complex analysis methods for a wide variety of organic and inorganic samples
  • Operation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instruments
• Uploads data into LIMS system for review
• Performs Level I review of data produced to ensure accuracy
• Maintains logbooks
• Monitors refrigerator temperatures
• Responsible for performing job functions within Eurofins Environment Testing USA environmental health and safety and quality assurance standards
• Maintains housekeeping standards for work area
• Inventories and stocks laboratory supplies

• Orders supplies
• Washes and inventories glassware
• Writes NCM’s for projects with quality assurance issues
• Purges analyzed samples
• Assists in training new analysts on laboratory procedures
• Assists in other areas of laboratory when needed

• Education/Experience (BMQ):
• BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years’ experience in routine and complex laboratory procedures and instruments, preferably in a production environment
• 2+ years in an environmental or analytical lab, hands on ICP-MS and ICP-OES experience ((EPA 200.7/200.8, 6010/6020), sample digestion, and working knowledge of TNI/NELAC QC requirements.
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)

• Reading, writing and speaking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Time management and organization skills
• Use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Complete work within time and quality constraints
• Work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:
• Organic preparation
• Metals preparation and analysis
• Gas Chromatography
• Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
• Radio…