Lab Analyst I - PFAS

SGS; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS, the world leader in testing, inspection and certification, seeks a Laboratory Analyst for its Orlando, FL laboratory PFAS team. The analyst will prepare and analyze samples with accuracy, following SGS SOPs, and work to meet daily production targets and turnaround times.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with relevant analytical experience, proficient English, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Chemistry or similar scientific discipline with 1–2 years of analytical chemistry experience OR 4 years in a relevant area (e.g., Sample Prep) is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or similar discipline with 1–2 years of relevant analytical chemistry experience is preferred.
• Proficient English language skills are required.
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills are required.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 lbs on a frequent basis is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples according to SGS SOPs using department instrumentation.
• Perform routine operation, maintenance and calibration of lab instruments/equipment.
• Assist with validation and MDL studies as needed.
• Assist with investigations and responses to client inquiries and CARs.
• Input and maintain technical information to support laboratory operations.
• Maintain Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
• Adhere to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Sample Preparation

Laboratory instrumentation

English proficiency

Education

Associate Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Our Orlando, FL laboratoryis looking fora Laboratory Analystto join their PFASteam! The Laboratory Analyst prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Analystworks independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Analystunderstands and appliesbasic analytical chemistry principles. The Laboratory Analyst always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.
Job functions:

• After appropriate training independently prepares and analyzes samples according to SGS’ analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory instruments/equipment
• May assist with validation and MDL studies.
• Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.
• Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.
• Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 1-2 years of experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories OR 4years of relevant experience (i.e. Sample Prep) (Required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 1-2 years of years’ relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)
• Proficient English language skills(Required)
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills(Required)
• Basic computer skills(Required)
• Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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