Geochemistry Analyst

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct accurate and timely environmental sample analysis
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and quality standards
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments
• Document, review and report test results
• Support laboratory safety and environmental protection

Conduct accurate and timely environmental sample analysis

• Prepare samples for analysis, including digestion, filtration, and dilution as required by standard operating procedures.
• Perform chemical analyses of environmental samples using various laboratory techniques and instruments (e.g., GC-MS, ICP-AES, ICP-MS).
• Ensure accurate analysis on environmental samples for various constituents to provide high-quality data that supports environmental monitoring and regulatory reporting.

Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and quality standards

• Execute EPA approved methods according to laboratory standard operating procedures.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and advancements in analytical chemistry.
• Participate in the development and validation of new laboratory methods and procedures.
• Perform quality control checks and maintain records of laboratory activities.

Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments

• Clean laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
• Monitor and maintain support equipment such as balances, ovens, and thermometers.

Document, review and report test results

• Prepare and review data.
• Analyze samples, verify results, and produce reports with data of known and documented quality.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of laboratory activities.
• Collaborate with project managers and other team members to meet project deadlines and deliverables.

Support laboratory safety, environmental protection and mission

• Learn, embrace, and adhere to ACZ’s mission, core values, and quality system.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and laboratory safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as instructed.

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a hard science, with preference for chemistry, environmental science, or geology.
• Previous laboratory experience in a professional or academic setting (e.g. laboratory component of a Chemistry class). Previous experience in an environmental lab or analytical chemistry role is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in laboratory instruments and techniques relevant to environmental analysis is desirable.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to sit, stand for long periods of time (2-6 hours), lift 25-50 pounds.

This position will remain open until filled. The initial Final date to receive applications is July 31, 2026, but applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis