Laboratory Analyst IV - Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast - North Kingstown, RI

Eurofins USA Environment Testing•North Kingstown, RI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Analyst IV prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific and environmental protection methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures. This role requires proficiency with sophisticated and complex laboratory instruments and software, and experience in method modification and special testing requests. The Analyst IV will report and interpret data for client samples by performing a broad range of analyses using independent selection and adaptation of methods and techniques. Responsibilities include validating and reviewing data for accuracy through Level I and II reviews, uploading laboratory data into the LIMS system to generate data packages for clients, and scheduling sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting lab instrumentation such as GC-MS, GC-QQQ, GC-FID, GC-ECD, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and Wet Chemistry instrumentation.

Requirements

BS/BA degree in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
Minimum 6 years’ experience in laboratory procedures, preferably in a production environment.
Reviews the work of other analysts (Level I & II review) to produce finalized data for data packages.
Assists lower level analysts in analytical procedures, instrument usage, and report production.
May fill in for Supervisor in their absence.
Analytical and/or General Science skills.
Knowledge of scientific methods and method compliance.
Strong mathematics background.
Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures.
Ability to operate and calibrate laboratory instruments.
Skilled with computers and laboratory software.
Advanced knowledge of laboratory procedures.
Knowledge of laboratory safety rules and chemical hazards.
Problem solving skills.
Good communication skills.
Computer skills.
Organizational skills.
Proficiency in word processing and working with spreadsheets.
Report review skills.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting lab instrumentation such as GC-MS, GC-QQQ, GC-FID, GC-ECD, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, Wet Chemistry instrumentation.

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory procedures requiring advanced knowledge of scientific methods and testing procedures.
Batches and preps samples for analysis, taking into account special and varied client and quality assurance requirements.
Makes reagents for sample analysis.
Aliquot extracted samples to maximize laboratory productivity.
Prepares appropriate standards to ensure compliant data.
Determines appropriate analysis methods for a wide variety of organic and inorganic samples using both routine and complex matrices.
Operates, calibrates, and maintains laboratory instruments.
Schedules priority of samples to be analyzed to meet deadlines and maintain sample integrity.
Uploads data into LIMS system to provide Reporting Department with the necessary information to produce data packages.
Performs Level I review of data to ensure compliance with scientific methods and standard operating procedures.
Maintains logbooks.
Monitors refrigerator temperatures.
Responsible for performing job functions within Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance standards.
Maintains housekeeping standards for work area.
Inventories and stocks laboratory supplies.
Performs Level II review of data to finalize data for Project Managers and clients.
Record retention of finalized data.
Updates supervisors and Project Managers on sample status and analysis issues.
Consults with Program Managers to clarify nomenclature and analysis results.
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.
Attends monthly Environmental Health & Safety meetings to stay current with industry safety and waste disposal methods.