Asbestos PLM Analyst - Eurofins Built Environment Testing - Portland, OR

Eurofins USA Environment Testing•Portland, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is hiring an Asbestos Analyst in Portland, Oregon. The role primarily involves analyzing bulk environmental samples for asbestos using polarized light microscopy (PLM). The analyst prepares and analyzes samples using scientific methodology and follows company quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures. The work includes routine and complex analyses, reviewing and validating data, entering results into the laboratory information management system (LIMS), and coordinating sample workloads to meet due dates and hold times. The analyst must exercise discretion and judgment when operating job-specific laboratory equipment. The position also supports quality assurance, laboratory accreditations, client service, project coordination, training, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and continuous-improvement initiatives. It is full-time, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with possible weekend work and overtime as needed. Eurofins describes its mission as contributing to a healthier and safer world and states that sustainability is central to its work. The company aims to reduce or offset the environmental impact of its operations and help clients do the same. Eurofins is an Equal Opportunity Employer and says it supports employee career development and embraces diversity.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience performing asbestos microscopy using a Polarizing Light Microscope (PLM).
Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology, geology, or a closely related science.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Professional working proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, and speak in English.
Availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with possible weekends and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Eight units of geology coursework preferred.
General knowledge of regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and databases.
Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze aerobiological and environmental samples for asbestos.
Enter and report analytical data accurately using LIMS.
Independently review data produced by other analysts.
Analyze reference materials, proficiency samples, and other quality-control samples as needed.
Maintain client service and provide technical support as needed.
Assist the QA manager with developing, implementing, and collecting data for quality assurance processes across analytical tests.
Confirm laboratory results as requested by client services personnel.
Complete analytical testing and quality-assurance tasks as needed.
Assist with pursuing, receiving, and maintaining required laboratory accreditations.
Maintain and update required onsite training and QA documents.
Coordinate and manage projects according to rush status and due dates to support timely delivery.
Assist coworkers with analytical questions as needed.
Participate in Lean initiatives as needed.
Follow company policies and procedures and help ensure coworkers do the same.
Manage inventory of resale supply items and laboratory consumables, and reorder supplies as needed.
Manage and dispose of analyzed samples as needed.
Provide training support for relevant analytical services, including mycology, bacteriology, and asbestos, as needed.
Recommend and coordinate sample transfers as necessary.
Establish and maintain laboratory stock cultures and reference samples.
Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions for errors and issues as needed.
Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate its servicing as needed.
Routinely communicate available capacity to the Regional Manager.
Support other laboratory departments, including mycology, asbestos, and bacteriology, when appropriate and needed.
Perform other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor or Manager.