Laboratory Analyst I (Tues-Sat), Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast, Buffalo NY

About the role

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries. The Group is a global leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing, agroscience CRO services, genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and clinical study support. It is also an emerging player in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA. Key figures include approximately 6.95 billion Euros turnover, over 950 laboratories across 60 countries and about 63,000 staff.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs, including:
  • Preparation of samples using standard techniques
  • Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
  • Calculating data
  • Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
  • Performing routine instrument maintenance
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins’ EHS and QA standards
• Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area
• Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Aliquots and weighs samples
• Washes glassware
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of a BS degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience
• Experience in an environmental lab is a plus
• At least 1–2 years’ preparation, analytical experience, or combination, at company or equivalent experience elsewhere preferred
• Demonstrated effective communication skills and ability to relate well to people in direct communication
• Consciousness of and a positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures
• Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making
• Strong organization and problem solving skills
• Detail oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to coordinate multiple priorities
• Versatility and flexibility in dealing with people
• Ability to synthesize and retain information
• Computer skills; experience with LIMS software a plus
• Ability to perform basic math skills including multiplication, division and algebra
• Ability to work independently and within time constraints
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Willingness to put in overtime hours as necessary to meet work needs
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is required, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Skills

• Reading, writing and speaking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team participation and meeting management skills
• Time management and organization skills
• Ability to use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Ability to complete work within time and quality constraints
• Can work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Cooperate and coordinate 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

Pay

Compensation is $18–20 per hour (DOE) plus a 5% shift differential.

Schedule

Tuesday–Saturday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm.