Analyst, Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater Northeast, Auburn ME

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, including food, environment, pharmaceuticals, genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences, and clinical studies.

About the role

The Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental samples using both standard and complex testing according to scientific and environmental protection methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures. Validates and reviews data for accuracy through Level I reviews. Uploads laboratory data into LIMS system to generate data packages for delivery to clients.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory procedures requiring knowledge of scientific methods and testing procedures, including:
  • Batching and prepping samples for analysis, taking into account special and varied client and quality assurance requirements.
  • Making reagents for sample analysis.
  • Aliquoting extracted samples to maximize laboratory productivity.
  • Preparing appropriate standards to ensure compliant data.
  • Determining appropriate routine and complex analysis methods for a wide variety of organic and inorganic samples.
  • Operation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instruments.
• Uploads data into LIMS system for review.
• Performs Level I review of data produced to ensure accuracy.
• Maintains logbooks and monitors refrigerator temperatures.
• Performs job functions within Eurofins Environment Testing America environmental health and safety and quality assurance standards.
• Maintains housekeeping standards for work area.
• Inventories and stocks laboratory supplies.
• Secondary duties:
  • 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 the laboratory when needed.

Skills

• Reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Team participation and meeting management skills.
• Time management and organization skills.
• Use of calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts.
• Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints.
• Ability to work independently following written or verbal instructions.
• Cooperation and coordination both orally and in writing.
• Ability 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

Qualifications

• Education: BS or BA in chemistry or related field OR 3 years of laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years' experience in routine and complex laboratory procedures and instruments, preferably in a production environment.
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (samples will be in coolers packed in ice).
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Pay

USD 20 - USD 22 per hour.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Dental and vision options.