Scientist I - Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater West, Corvallis, OR
Job Description
The Scientist I is responsible for preparing and analyzing environmental samples using established scientific and EPA-approved analytical techniques. This role ensures all work is performed in full compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America's Quality Assurance programs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Set up and analyze microbiology samples including potable water, non-potable water, and soil
- Set up and analyze inorganic potable and non-potable water samples
- Understand and interpret Oregon Health Authority rules and regulations
- Assist clients in person, by email, and over the phone
- Receive, log, and process client samples
- Maintain the laboratory in clean and excellent working order
- Maintain laboratory supply inventory, perform QC checks, and prepare Certificates of Analysis
- Prepare reagents or media for compliance and environmental testing
- Perform monthly environmental monitoring
- Maintain the laboratory filing system
- Document laboratory functions in logbooks and computer systems
- Perform proficiency testing for Oregon's Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program
- Auxiliary tasks as assigned
- Sample Courier driving as required
Qualifications
- BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for a degree.
- Valid Driver's License & clean driving record
- Two or more years of bench top laboratory experience is a plus
- Minimum of two weeks training at academic institution in microbiological analysis of drinking water or 80 hours on the job training
- Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
- Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English
Additional Information
This position is full-time Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm. Compensation: $22.20 - $27.00 / hour. Candidates within a commutable distance to Corvallis, OR are encouraged to apply. Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.
To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com. We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development. We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.
Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.
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Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.