Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos/Mold) - Eurofins Built Environment Testing East - Orlando (Altamonte Springs), FL

About the role

Eurofins Built Environment Testing East is seeking a Laboratory Analyst for the Orlando lab located in Altamonte Springs. The Analyst will use microscopy (polarized light microscopes and phase contrast microscopes) to analyze samples for the presence of mold, asbestos and other indoor air quality contaminants.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology in compliance with company Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s
• Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS
• Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work
• Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed
• Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed
• Affords assistance to the Quality Assurance (QA) manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests
• Validates and reviews data for accuracy, and uploads laboratory data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports to clients
• Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times
• Exercises discretion and judgment in the operation of job-specific laboratory testing equipment
• Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary
• Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed
• Communicates available capacity to senior management
• Trains new mycology or bacteriology or asbestos or other analytical testing Analysts as needed
• Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary
• Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and reference samples
• Performs root cause analysis and determines and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary
• Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed
• Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed
• Co-ordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery
• Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager

Qualifications

• Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ): BS or BA in a closely related science
• Experience: 1-2 years work laboratory experience preferred
• Ability And/or Skills (BMQ): Environmental methodologies, general regulatory requirements, analytical laboratory techniques, laboratory QA requirements, knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and databases

Skills

• Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and databases

Benefits

Pay range: $20-22/hr

Eurofins offers comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.