XRD Lab Analyst I – Novi, MI

An educational platform on tribology — the science of friction, wear and lubrication

Who is it for

Engineers, researchers, students and industry professionals

The incumbent will work independently and/or as part of a team to provide operational support to the laboratory.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs non-complex routine analyses independently
• Complex sample preparation with senior analyst oversight
• Data review and interpretation for routine, non-complex analyses
• Data review and interpretation of complex tests with senior staff oversight
• Perform duties in the laboratory information management system (LIMS)
• Reviewing SOP’s, WI’s and FCD’s
• Assist in duties in other areas of the laboratory when needed
• Data Entry
• Internal systems/processes
• Simple routine maintenance on the instrumentation they have been trained on
• Assist with QA investigations

No supervisory responsibilities

The requirements listed below are representative of acquired skills required.

• Able to operate lab instruments including relevant software and computer programs
• Quality and quantity of work meets laboratory benchmarks
• Follows safety requirements including the appropriate use of safety glasses, gloves, lab coats
• IDC sample requirements are met
• Company procedures and policies are adhered to
• Turnaround times are achieved

The requirements listed below are competencies required to perform the job successfully.

• Reasoning ability
• Ability to work independently
• Problem solving

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field
• 1-4 years of applicable laboratory experience
• Ability to interact with clients and all levels of staff
• Detail oriented, self-starter, strong written and verbal skills
• Capable of making sound decisions quickly and effectively
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel small and large scientific equipment.
• Standing to work at laboratory height benches for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Limited travel, less than 5%

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Optional life and pet insurance

EAP and Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Programs

Tuition Assistance and/or Professional Development

Employee Discounts

This information is transparently provided in adherence to several state and local Equal Pay and Pay Transparency Laws.

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