Environmental Lab Scientist – 2nd Shift

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) is seeking an Associate Scientist for the 2nd shift (3pm–11:30pm) to prepare and analyze environmental samples using standard analytical methods in compliance with QA programs. The role may involve standing for long periods and handling organic solvents, glassware and specialized equipment.

Responsibilities include preparing samples, performing chemical analyses, evaluating data, recording results, and maintaining instrument readiness.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or related field, Associate Degree, or 2 years of related laboratory experience in lieu of degree.
• Proficiency with computers
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including reading, writing and speaking English.
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship

Responsibilities

• 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; Evaluation and quantification of data; Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor; Performing routine instrument maintenance.
• Competency in complex instrumentation instrument specific software (training is provided)
• Responsible for keeping personal training documentation (training records, IDOC/DOC) current and accurate
• Responsible for timely completion of assigned/scheduled QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT)
• As required, documents NCMs for projects with quality issues
• Understands and utilizes backlog reports to manage personal workload
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Responsible for general housekeeping in work area
• Proficient with IDOCs, for assigned methods carried out in the department (training provided)
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment health and safety and quality assurance standards
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Inventories and stocks laboratory supplies
• Washes and inventories glassware
• Purges analyzed samples
• Assists in other areas of laboratory when needed
• Additional duties as assigned
• Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines (training provided): Organic preparation; Metals preparation and analysis; PFAS sample preparation; HRMS sample preparation; Gas Chromatography; Mass Spectrometry; Radio Chemistry; Wet Chemistry; High Resolution preparation and analysis; Low Resolution preparation and analysis
• Position is 2nd shift, 3pm-1130pm.

Skills

Lab experience

English proficiency

Computers

Education

BS in Biology/Environmental Science/Chemistry or related field

Associates or 2 years related lab experience in lieu of degree

Job description

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) is seeking an Associate Scientist for the 2nd shift (3pm–11:30pm) to prepare and analyze environmental samples using standard analytical methods in compliance with QA programs. The role may involve standing for long periods and handling organic solvents, glassware and specialized equipment.

Responsibilities include preparing samples, performing chemical analyses, evaluating data, recording results, and maintaining instrument readiness.