Analyst l

Eurofins US Network; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Dental and vision

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) in Cedar Falls, IA is seeking an Analyst to prepare and analyze environmental samples following EPA methods and Eurofins QA programs. The role requires working under supervision and maintaining accurate data records.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry/biology background, 1–2 years of lab experience, and English proficiency. Onsite Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with a starting rate of $17.75/hour and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; HS diploma required.
• 1-2 years laboratory experience preferred; willing to train.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English (reading/writing/speaking).

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and perform chemical analyses per standard methods.
• Record, report data and any unusual test occurrences to supervisor.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and safe lab practices.
• Ensure compliance with QA/EHS standards and site protocols.
• Handle aliquots, weigh samples, and maintain lab cleanliness.

Skills

Laboratory experience

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field

HS Diploma Required

Job description

Cedar Falls, IA, USA

Full-time

Company Description

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.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

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.

The Analyst responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• 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. 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

• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

The ideal candidate would possess:

• 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

• Able to follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:

• Organic preparation

• Metals preparation and analysis

• High Resolution preparation and analysis

• Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred

• HS Diploma Required

• 1-2 years laboratory experience is preferred but willing to train the right candidate

• 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

• Full-time position Monday- Friday, 7 AM- 3:30 PM

• Position is Onsite at our Cedar Falls, IA Site.

• Compensation rate: Starting rate $17.75/hr but based on experience

  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.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com .

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! 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!

Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.