Scientist, Prep

PerkinElmer • Customer Site - VA, VA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. The Scientist, Sample Preparation is responsible for performing sample receipt, preparation, digestion, and related support activities that enable analytical testing across multiple laboratory disciplines. As part of an End-to-End (E2E) Laboratory Modernization Program, this role supports chromatographic, elemental, aerosol, and physical testing laboratories by ensuring samples are processed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements. The Scientist works closely with analytical teams supporting tobacco, nicotine, inhalable, and consumer product testing programs and plays an essential role in maintaining sample integrity, traceability, and data quality. The level of responsibility, autonomy, and technical complexity will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of sample handling, preparation, and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Experience performing weighing, digestion, and sample preparation procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and electronic documentation systems.
• Understanding of ISO 17025 quality requirements.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple analytical groups.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related scientific discipline. OR Associate degree or high school diploma with 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Relevant sample preparation or analytical laboratory experience commensurate with level (entry-level candidates through experienced scientists will be considered).
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of managing a high-throughput sample preparation workflow.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing sample preparation and digestion procedures supporting analytical testing.
• Familiarity with laboratory workflows supporting chromatography and elemental analyses.
• Experience working with LIMS and electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Experience supporting regulated laboratory environments.
• Experience with ISO 17025, GLP, or GMP quality systems.
• Knowledge of tobacco, nicotine, inhalable, or consumer product testing.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, and prepare samples for analytical testing in accordance with established procedures and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Perform sample preparation and digestion activities supporting inhalable products, tobacco products, and elemental analyses.
• Prepare reagents and consumables required for downstream analytical workflows.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and traceability of samples throughout the testing process.
• Maintain laboratory documentation and records in accordance with good documentation practices and quality requirements.
• Support analytical groups across multiple testing programs by ensuring timely and accurate preparation of samples.
• Investigate sample preparation issues and support root cause analyses when required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities that enhance laboratory efficiency and standardization.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced personnel, as appropriate to level.
• Maintain training and compliance in health, safety, environmental, and operational requirements.

Benefits

• PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
• PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree