Analytical Chemist - Metals (ICP/ICP-MS)

SPL • North Reading, MA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact. We’re seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Analytical Chemist to support trace metals analysis in our environmental laboratory located in Reading, PA. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Chemist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory environment and is passionate about hands-on analytical instrumentation, complex problem-solving, and delivering high-quality data that directly supports environmental compliance, public safety, and critical regulatory decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline
• 3+ years of hands-on experience performing routine analytical testing and supporting method development, validation/verification, and method transfer activities
• Demonstrated expertise operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining ICP and/or ICP-MS instrumentation
• Experience with sample digestion, titration, and mercury analysis strongly preferred, with proficiency in at least one area required
• Strong foundation in QA/QC practices, analytical data review, and root cause investigation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and LIMS

Responsibilities

• Perform trace metals analysis on environmental and quality control samples in accordance with EPA methods and laboratory procedures
• Prepare, digest, and process samples using approved analytical methods, SOPs, and regulatory protocols
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain ICP and ICP-MS instrumentation
• Review, interpret, validate, and document analytical data within LIMS
• Perform QA/QC checks and identify instrument drift, matrix interferences, analytical discrepancies, or sample anomalies requiring corrective action
• Support method development, transfer, verification, optimization, and troubleshooting activities
• Assist with CAPA investigations, SOP updates, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and collaborate with team members to meet turnaround times and productivity goals
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level