Laboratory Analyst, Legionella

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 20,173 - 28,731; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Dental and vision options

Job summary

A leading environmental testing company in Naperville is seeking an Analyst to prepare and analyze environmental samples, ensuring compliance with quality assurance programs. The role requires 1-2 years of experience in testing services and a BS or BA in a related science. Responsibilities include performing data reviews, maintaining laboratory equipment, and providing technical support. Full-time benefits include medical coverage, PTO, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous experience with Asbestos, Mycology, Forensic Sciences or Geology testing services within a laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of environmental methodologies within Asbestos, Mycology, Forensic Science or Geology.
• Familiarity with laboratory QA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze environmental samples according to scientific methodology.
• Accurately enter and report analytical data using the LIMS.
• Maintain client service and provide technical support.

Skills

Professional working proficiency in English

Strong computer skills

Organizational skills

Education

BS or BA in a closely related science

Job description

Job Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is proactively seeking an Analyst to join our Naperville site.

The Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology in compliance with company Quality Assurance programs and SOPs, and must be knowledgeable of both job-specific routine and complex analyses. The analyst validates and reviews data for accuracy, and uploads laboratory data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports to clients. Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times, and must be knowledgeable of the job-specific laboratory testing equipment, requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation.

Analyst responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

• Must be comfortable working with asbestos, mold and legionella samples
• Prepare and analyze environmental samples
• Accurately enter and report analytical data using the LIMS
• Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work
• Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed
• Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed
• Assists the QA manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests
• Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel
• Performs and completes all analytical testing QA related tasks as needed
• Assists in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations
• Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary
• Co-ordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery
• Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary
• Participates in Lean initiatives and projects when called upon
• Follows company policies and procedures
• Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed
• Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed
• Trains new mycology, asbestos or geology analytical testing analysts as needed
• Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary
• Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and reference samples
• Performs root cause analysis and determines and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary
• Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed
• Routinely communicates available capacity to Regional Manager
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager

Qualifications

• BS or BA in a closely related science
• 1‑2 years of previous experience with Asbestos, Mycology, Forensic Sciences or Geology testing services within a laboratory setting
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Ideal additional qualifications

• Environmental methodologies within Asbestos, Mycology, Forensic Science or Geology
• General regulatory requirements
• Analytical laboratory techniques
• Laboratory QA requirements
• Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and databases
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills

Position Pay Range

Starts at $17.75/hr based on experience.

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes; the actual base salary may vary based upon relevant experience and skill set, internal peers, business section, and geographic location.

Benefits

Eurofins offers full‑time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

Development

We support your development! If you don’t match 100% of the requirements, don’t hesitate to apply anyway – Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

Diversity & Inclusion

We embrace diversity! Eurofins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability

Eurofins is working toward carbon neutrality by 2025 through emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage sustainable changes at local levels and support the dedicated carbon reduction team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Vaccination Requirement

Eurofins USA Environment Testing may require vaccination or medical or religious exemptions prior to commencing employment for federal contract positions. Certain positions require travel for which vaccination is required in accordance with Eurofins policy.

Find Out More

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