Lab Analyst II or III

Duties/Responsibilities

• Independently manage laboratory documentation and assist junior staff with proper recordkeeping.
• Prepare complex standards and reagents in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Calibrate instrumentation and perform routine maintenance independently; conduct basic troubleshooting.
• Set up and load instruments for analysis with minimal oversight.
• Analyze samples and ensure accurate flagging and narrative documentation; guide others in these practices.
• Track sample progress, ensure timely completion, and communicate delays appropriately.
• Support and mentor junior analysts in laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Collaborate with management to design and execute investigation tests.
• Demonstrate solid understanding of test codes, SOPs, and parent methods.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
• Participate in training and development initiatives to enhance technical expertise.

Requirements

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance practices and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and resolve routine technical issues.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of laboratory experience, preferably in an environmental or analytical testing lab.

Skills

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance practices and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and resolve routine technical issues.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and documentation practices.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
• Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
• Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
• Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
• Referral Program
• Per Diem & Paid Travel
• Employee Discount Hub