Senior GC/MS Applications Chemist — Air Toxics

Eurofins; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Dental and vision options

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Senior Applications Chemist to join our team in the United States. You will serve as the subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS, supporting multiple projects and lab teams through advanced troubleshooting, method development, and technical leadership.

The role requires a BS or MS in Chemistry, hands-on experience with GC/MS platforms, and proven leadership. You will mentor staff and help drive quality improvements and regulatory compliance across

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry or related discipline.
• Extensive experience with GC/MS platforms including GC/MS/MS.
• Demonstrated leadership in method development and technical problem solving.
• Experience mentoring teams and influencing across functions.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical authority for GC and GC/MS instrumentation and applications.
• Lead investigations of complex analytical issues affecting data quality or turnaround time.
• Support method development, modification, and validation projects in response to new client needs or regulatory changes.
• Establish and promote best practices for instrument maintenance, system cleanliness, and performance monitoring.
• Partner with QA, operations, and leadership to support continuous improvement and standardization across Eurofins laboratories.
• Support client technical discussions and respond to inquiries requiring advanced analytical knowledge.
• Contribute to evaluation and implementation of new instrumentation, consumables, and technologies.
• Provide advanced training and mentorship to lab teams.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

BS in Chemistry

MS in Chemistry

Tools

GC/MS

GC/MS/MS

Job description

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Senior Applications Chemist to join our team in the United States. You will serve as the subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS, supporting multiple projects and lab teams through advanced troubleshooting, method development, and technical leadership.

The role requires a BS or MS in Chemistry, hands-on experience with GC/MS platforms, and proven leadership. You will mentor staff and help drive quality improvements and regulatory compliance across