2025 - Laboratory Chemist - Analyst I

GEL Engineering, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan with employer matching

Gym membership reimbursement

Paid Time Off and holiday leave

Job summary

A leading environmental testing firm in Charleston is seeking an Analyst to prepare and analyze environmental samples. The role involves ensuring compliance with quality assurance programs and scientific methodology. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor of Science and have laboratory experience, alongside strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical insurance, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• One or more years of related laboratory experience required.
• Proficiency with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs procedures that involve basic operation and calibration of instrumentation.
• Performs peer review of analytical data.
• Train others on procedures and data interpretation.
• Meet production goals with limited supervision.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

GEL Laboratories, LLC, an affiliate of The GEL Group, Inc., provides comprehensive chemistry and radiochemistry analytical services for a full range of complex and demanding requirements, including testing for some of the largest government institutions and nuclear power and industrial companies in the US and abroad. We combine the most advanced technology, the proven experience of our laboratory personnel and a commitment to always delivering defensible data on time. GEL’s core purpose isto improve the quality of life of this and future generations by helping people protect and be good stewards of our environment and natural resources.

Summary

The analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with GEL Laboratories LLC’s (GEL) Quality Assurance programs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Demonstrates and supports GEL’s core values
• Performs procedures that involve basic operation and calibration of area-specific instrumentation
• Performs basic troubleshooting of instrumentation and/or methods
• Demonstrates consistent and reliable performance in work procedures and methodology
• Knowledgeable in work procedures to the point of being able to successfully train others
• Ability and willingness to take special assignments
• Ability to perform peer review of analytical data
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Meets production goals with minimal supervision

Typical Education and Experience Required

Bachelor of Science, preferably in Chemistry, Biology, or related science degree

One or more years of related laboratory experience is required.

Other Knowledge Requirements

• Exhibits organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Demonstrated understanding of fundamental principles, practices and techniques of chemistry
• Proficient computer skills, including but not limited to, WORD, EXCEL and other standard operating programs/systems

What we offer

• Commitment to safety
• Corporate values that promote respect, integrity, and innovation
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Life Insurance Plans, including Accidental and Critical Illness plans
• Company-paid short and long-term disability insurance
• 401k plan with employer matching
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and holiday leave

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

The physical demands outlined are representative of those required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job:

• Mobility to work in a lab and office setting
• Use of standard office and lab equipment and stamina to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects

Work is performed in a laboratory setting which is subject to chemicals, and potential fumes, gasses, noxious odors and related items typical for this environment.

General Comments

This Position Description is intended to provide a general guideline of the requirements, duties, and responsibilities this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive description of the position, nor is it intended to place limitations on the position. As with all positions in the company, the successful employee will constantly look for ways to contribute to the well-being of the company, and thereby to their own well-being and success in their own professional career.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.