Laboratory Analyst (GC-MS Volatiles)
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
LABORATORY ANALYST (GC-MS VOLATILES) - EUROFINS ENVIRONMENT TESTING NORTH CENTRAL - UNIVERSITY PARK, IL
Job Description
The Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins' Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s.
VOA Analyst responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:
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
The ideal candidate would possess:
Analytical and/or General Science
Scientific methods and method compliance
Strong Mathematics background
Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures
Knowledge of laboratory procedures
Laboratory safety rules and chemical hazards
Qualifications
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree.
Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry experience preferred.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Additional Information
- Position is full-time, day shift, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of University Park, IL are encouraged to apply.
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Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!
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Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Eurofins Environment Testing Businesses in the US are routinely engaged in Federal Contracts. Federal Government vaccination mandates may apply to staff working in these businesses. Successful applicants may be required to confirm vaccination status or demonstrate eligibility for medical or religious exemptions prior to commencing employment. In addition, certain positions require travel for which vaccination is required in accordance with Eurofins policy.
