Wet Chemistry Analyst I

About the role

Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients nationwide, offering laboratory solutions to life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined by over 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience. As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to our workforce, safety, quality, and compliance.

Job Summary

The Analyst I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, provides a variety of routine scientific tasks under close supervision. Receives specific and detailed instructions as to required tasks and results expected.

Essential Functions

• Follow established SOP’s and adhere to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, prepare and process samples, and collect information about the composition of substances to support the analytical testing needs of clients, for such purposes as quantitative analysis, and product development
• Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, and samples for sample analyses
• Utilize specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentation to process and analyze samples
• Accurately record observations and data and basic interpretation of data
• Maintain the integrity of procedures and record professional activity for peer review
• Monitor and address sample backlog issues
• Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks and equipment records
• Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS
• May be asked to perform duties of a Technical Manager or Study Manager
• Comply with and promote Safety, and Quality programs

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma; plus, two years of related experience or a bachelor's degree
• Basic knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting
• Computer literacy
• Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.