Laboratory Analyst (Microbiology) - Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater Southeast - Fort Lauderdale, FL
About The Position
The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s. This role involves performing routine lab tasks for experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs, including sample preparation, chemical analysis, data calculation, recording and reporting, and routine instrument maintenance. The position requires adherence to Eurofins’ EHS and QA standards, general housekeeping, and the ability to be trained on complex instrumentation. Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods, aliquots and weighs samples, washes glassware, and conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- BS or BA in chemistry or related field; 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
- Laboratory experience is a plus
- Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
- Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
- Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints
- Can work independently following written or verbal instructions
- Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
- Able to follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines: Organic preparation, Metals preparation and analysis, Gas Chromatography, Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry, Radio Chemistry, Wet Chemistry, High Resolution preparation and analysis, Low Resolution preparation and analysis
- 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
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
- Regular attendance and punctuality
- Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
- Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs.
- Preparation of samples using standard techniques
- Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
- Calculating data
- Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
- Performing routine instrument maintenance
- Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins’ EHS and QA standards
- Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area
- Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems.
- Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
- Aliquots and weighs samples
- Washes glassware
- Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- comprehensive medical coverage
- life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- paid holidays
- paid time off
- dental and vision options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
