Analyst, Mold

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; 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 options

Job summary

Eurofins Built Environment Testing CentraL in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to support the asbestos team. The role involves preparing environmental samples and validating data in the LIMS to generate client reports.

The analyst will manage workload, ensure QA compliance, and assist in maintaining accreditations. The position requires a BS/BA in a related field, 1–2 years of lab experience, and proven asbestos or mold testing expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 1–2 years of documented laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated experience in asbestos or mold testing analysis.
• Authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples.
• Enter and report analytical data using the LIMS.
• Perform independent data reviews for other analysts’ work.
• Analyze reference materials, proficiency samples, and QC samples as needed.
• Maintain client service and provide technical support as needed.
• Support QA processes for different analytical tests and document QA activities.
• Coordinate sample transfers and establish/maintain lab stock culture and reference samples.
• Train new analysts in mycology, asbestos, or other analyses as needed.
• Communicate available capacity to senior management.

Skills

Environmental testing methods

Regulatory compliance

Analytical laboratory techniques

Quality assurance (QA)

Laboratory data management (LIMS)

Education

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in a related scientific discipline

1–2 years of laboratory experience

Experience in asbestos or mold testing analysis

Authorization to work in the United States

Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)

Job 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

Eurofins Built Environment Testing CentraL is proactively seeking a Laboratory Analyst to support their Asbestos team. The position does not have a set start date as of yet but is proactively seeking candidates interested in learning more about this opportunity.

Position Summary

The Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology in compliance with company Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s and must be knowledgeable of both job-specific routine and complex analyses. The analyst validates and reviews data for accuracy, and uploads laboratory data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports to clients. Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times and must be knowledgeable of the job-specific laboratory testing equipment, requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples
• Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS
• Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work
• Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed
• Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed
• Assists the Quality Assurance (QA) manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests
• Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel
• Performs and completes all analytical testing QA related tasks as needed
• Assists in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations
• Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary
• Co-ordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery
• Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary
• Participates in Lean initiatives and projects when called upon
• Follows company policies and procedures
• Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed
• Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed
• Trains new mycology or bacteriology or asbestos or other analytical testing Analysts as needed
• Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary
• Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and reference samples
• Performs root cause analysis and determines and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary
• Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed
• Routinely communicates available capacity to senior management
• Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in a closely related scientific discipline
• Minimum 1-2 years of documented laboratory experience required
• Demonstrated experience in asbestos or mold testing analysis
• 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

Ability and/or Skills

• Proficiency in environmental testing methodologies and analytical protocols
• Comprehensive understanding of applicable regulatory requirements and compliance standards
• Advanced competency in analytical laboratory techniques and procedures
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory quality assurance (QA) requirements and standards
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer systems, spreadsheet applications, and laboratory database management

Additional Information

• Position is full-time Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm).
• Pay range: $22-24/hr

*The benefits package offered will vary based on the employee's full-time or part-time regular status.

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 benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

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.

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.

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