Ion Chromatography Analyst - Environmental Lab

Sterling Labs; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement

Paid time off

Job summary

Sterling Labs in Des Plaines, IL is seeking an IC Analyst to support environmental and product testing. You will prepare samples, run ion chromatography, and maintain IC systems to ensure accurate results.

You will also document analyses and QA steps, and coordinate with teammates to meet client timelines. Responsibilities include building data sequences, interpreting results for solids, water, and waste samples, and reporting via LIMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field.
• 1 year IC instrument experience preferred.
• Familiarity with LIMS software.
• Strong understanding of chromatographic separation principles.
• Ability to interpret data and maintain high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and standards for IC analysis.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain IC instruments.
• Build sequence and batch data to optimize instrument efficiency.
• Record and report data using LIMS and QA procedures.
• Update work orders in the Work Status Report (WSR) system.

Skills

Chromatography principles

Data interpretation

Troubleshooting

Method development & validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

LIMS software

Job description

Sterling Labs in Des Plaines, IL is seeking an IC Analyst to support environmental and product testing. You will prepare samples, run ion chromatography, and maintain IC systems to ensure accurate results.

You will also document analyses and QA steps, and coordinate with teammates to meet client timelines. Responsibilities include building data sequences, interpreting results for solids, water, and waste samples, and reporting via LIMS.