Lab Analyst-NIGHT SHIFT

Society for Conservation Biology; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental organization is seeking a Lab Analyst to conduct critical sample analyses and manage lab operations. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in chemistry or equivalent lab experience, showcasing strong attention to safety and detail. Comprehensive benefits including competitive pay, bonus incentives, and retirement plan are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Bonus incentives

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with 7% match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or relevant field preferred.
• 2+ years lab experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Strong skills in mathematics and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform fingerprint and sales sample analyses as per EPA standards.
• Manage lab equipment and maintain inventory.
• Report analytical data accurately.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Laboratory equipment proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferably in chemistry)

Job description

Job Title: Lab Analyst

As a Lab Analyst at Arcwood Environmental, you will be responsible for performing fingerprint and sales sample analyses according to EPA, RCRA, and waste analysis plan-approved methods in the laboratory. You will operate instrumentation independently, calculate, run, prepare, and report analytical data. This role collaborates with the Plant Manager, AC, and/or Approvals to ensure proper testing of product code analysis is completed.

Essential Functions & Requirements:

1. Prioritize health and safety by adhering to policies and maintaining safe practices.
2. Prepare, composite, and log samples as per the Waste Analysis Plan.
3. Perform fingerprint and pre-approval sample analysis, report results.
4. Conduct bench analysis for in-house processing.
5. Prepare and check calibration curves for analytical instrumentation.
6. Monitor lab instrumentation for malfunction or incompatibility.
7. Manage lab equipment and chemical supply inventory, place purchase requests.
8. Maintain proper logs according to company policies.
9. Coordinate retention and disposal of lab samples and waste.
10. Perform housekeeping duties as required.
11. Support team and organization with additional duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's degree (required), preferably in chemistry.

Experience: In lieu of degree, 2+ years of documented laboratory work experience.

Competencies:

• Ability to work safely and stay alert.
• Strong mathematical and computer skills, proficiency with laboratory equipment.
• Reliable and predictable attendance.

Benefits: Competitive pay, bonus incentives, medical, dental, vision plans, flexible spending or HSA, life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k) with 7% match, tuition reimbursement.

Arcwood Environmental is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. A post-offer drug screen is required.