Asbestos Lab Analyst — Learn PLM/PCM/TEM, Grow Your Skills

EMSL Analytical, Inc; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Flexible spending account

Job summary

EMSL Analytical, Inc. in Woburn, MA is seeking a Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos) to perform bulk/material analysis for asbestos content using PLM, PCM, and TEM. No prior lab experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided.

The role involves preparing samples, reporting results, maintaining equipment, and contributing to QA/QC. Candidates should be able to distinguish colors and work both independently and in a team, with a Monday–Friday day shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related science is a plus
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Light microscopy or petrographic microscope training preferred
• Some Laboratory experience in academic or commercial setting
• 0 to 1 years’ experience performing asbestos PLM/TEM/PCM analysis
• Ability to distinguish colors for analysis
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with good time management and adaptability

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze bulk and solid materials for asbestos content using PLM, PCM, and/or TEM
• Determine visual percentage and optical properties of asbestos and non-asbestos material
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Generate analytical reports and enter data into LIMS system
• Perform QA/QC per manual
• Administrative duties including sample login, data entry, and report distribution
• Other duties as needed by the manager

Skills

Light microscopy

Color differentiation

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related science

Tools

PLM (Polarized Light Microscopy)

PCM (Phase Contrast Microscopy)

TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy)

Job description

EMSL Analytical, Inc. in Woburn, MA is seeking a Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos) to perform bulk/material analysis for asbestos content using PLM, PCM, and TEM. No prior lab experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided.

The role involves preparing samples, reporting results, maintaining equipment, and contributing to QA/QC. Candidates should be able to distinguish colors and work both independently and in a team, with a Monday–Friday day shift.