Lab Analyst I - PFAS Lab

SGS; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS's Dayton, NJ laboratory is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to join the PFAS team. The Analyst prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance with SGS' analytical SOPs.

The role supports meeting daily production targets and ensures hold times and turnaround times are met, working both independently and as part of a team. The position requires knowledge of basic analytical chemistry principles, adherence to safe laboratory practices, and the ability to operate and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemistry or similar with 0–2 years experience or 3 years relevant experience (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or similar with 1–2 years relevant experience (Preferred)
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) (Required)
• Experience with LIMS (Preferred)
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs frequently (Required)

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples according to SGS' SOPs using department instruments and methodologies
• Perform routine operation, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory instruments
• Assist with validation and MDL studies
• Assist with investigation and responses to client inquiries and CARs
• Input and maintain technical information to support lab functions
• Maintain laboratory notebook
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical chemistry principles

Independent work

Safety practices

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry or similar

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or similar

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Job Description

Our Dayton, NJ laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Analyst to join their PFAS team. The Laboratory Analyst prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance with SGS' analytical SOPs. The Analyst works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Analyst understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles and always follows safe laboratory practices, maintaining 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, and 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 laboratory functions and operations
• Maintains laboratory notebook where applicable
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemistry or a similar scientific discipline and 0–2 years of experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories, or 3 years of relevant experience (i.e., sample prep) (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a similar scientific discipline and 1–2 years of relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) (Required)
• Experience with LIMS (Preferred)
• 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.

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