Scientist I - LC/MS- Environment Testing

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) in Indiana is seeking a full-time lab technician to perform routine chemical analyses and sample prep in a GMP/GLP setting. This 1st shift role runs Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm, with pay in the range $20.15–$27 per hour.

A chemistry degree or equivalent lab experience and US work eligibility are required. The ideal candidate will prepare samples, operate standard instruments under supervision, weigh and aliquot samples, and keep precise records.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field; 3 years lab experience may substitute.
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
• Previous laboratory experience.
• Previous production-oriented work experience.
• Ability to use calculator and mathematical formulas.
• Ability to work independently following written or verbal instructions.
• Problem-solving skills and time management.
• Ability to follow protocols in GC/GC-MS, Radiochemistry, Wet Chemistry and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility.
• Performs routine lab tasks including sample prep and chemical analysis.
• Responsible for instrument maintenance and data recording.
• Handle aliquots and weigh samples; wash glassware.
• Work under supervision using standard methods; maintain safety and compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Independent work

Time management

Problem solving

Calculator use

Education

BS or BA in chemistry or related field

Tools

Gas Chromatography

GC/MS

Atomic Absorption

ICP

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 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.

With more than 20 U.S. locations, Eurofins Built Environment Testing offers Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) services to protect health in built environments. Clients include consultants, industry, real estate, healthcare, government, and homeowners.

Services cover a wide range of tests, including asbestos (PLM/TEM), mold, bacteria, VOCs, allergens, Legionella, radon, lead, silica, and more.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:
  • Preparation of samples using standard techniques
  • Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
  • Calculating data
  • Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
  • Performing routine instrument maintenance
• Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America’s environmental, health and safety and quality assurance standards
• Responsible for general housekeeping in work area
• Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems.
• Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
• Aliquots and weighs samples
• Washes glassware
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Role is 1st Shift, M-F 8am-5pm.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years of laboratory experience may substitute for degree
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship

Ideal Candidates will have

• Previous laboratory experience
• Previous production-oriented work experience
• Ability to use a calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
• Ability to work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Problem-solving skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:
  • Organic preparation
  • Metals preparation and analysis
  • Gas Chromatography
  • Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
  • Radio Chemistry
  • Wet Chemistry
  • High Resolution preparation and analysis
  • Low Resolution preparation and analysis

Additional Information

• Position is Full-time position Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm
• Pay rate: $20.15 - $27 / hr

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent 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.

We embrace diversity!

Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being 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 matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.

Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/

Company 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.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.