Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing)

Element has an upcoming opportunity for an Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing) to join our growing team in Fort Wayne, IN. The role involves preparing and analyzing environmental and drinking water samples using standard analytical techniques according to approved scientific and EPA methodologies, in compliance with Element Materials Technology quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This position may require standing for long periods, working with organic solvents, laboratory glassware, and specialized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of samples using standard techniques
• Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
• Prioritizing work assignments to ensure that extraction and analysis hold times are met
• Analyze drinking water and complex environmental sample extracts for organic semi-volatile compounds including but not limited to pesticides, PCBs, SVOCs, SOCs, & PFAS by GC/ECD, GC/MS, HPLC, & LC/MS/MS
• Review raw data for accuracy and interferences as well as proper integration
• Review chromatograms and mass spectra for proper identification in complicated matrices
• Prepare and analyze duplicates and dilutions as needed
• Record and report data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and repair
• Competency on complex instrumentation and instrument-specific software (training is provided)
• Responsible for keeping personal training documentation (training records, IDOC/DOC) current and accurate
• Responsible for timely completion of assigned/scheduled QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT)
• Responsible for general housekeeping in work area
• Proficient with IDOCs for a minimum of 50% of methods carried out in the department
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Element Materials Technology environmental, health and safety, and quality assurance standards
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision

Requirements

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field
• 5-10 years of analytical chemistry experience in a related Environmental Science or TIC field
• Experience with HPLC, LC-MS/MS, LC-MS, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry
• EPA method 1633A, 533, and/or 537.1 Rev 2.0 experience is a plus
• Experience with LIMS data entry
• Proficiency in calibration standard and QC sample preparation and analysis
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Experience scheduling work to ensure sample holding times are not exceeded and customer service goals for turnaround time are achieved
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently following written and verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
• Strong reading, writing, and speaking skills

About the Company

Element is one of the fastest-growing testing, inspection, and certification businesses in the world. Globally, we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together, we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today.’ When failure in use is not an option, we help customers ensure their products, materials, processes, and services are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.

From early R&D through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists supports customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower employees to take charge of their careers and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.