Senior GC/MS Applications Chemist – Air Toxics

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Folsom, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing in Folsom, CA is seeking a Senior Applications Chemist to serve as the subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS, supporting multiple projects and laboratory teams through advanced troubleshooting, method optimization, and technical leadership. The role emphasizes collaboration with QA and operations, mentorship of staff, and ongoing method development.

Compensation ranges from USD 75,000 to 95,000 per year for a full-time role.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry or related discipline.
• Extensive experience with GC/MS platforms including GC/MS/MS.
• Leadership in method development and technical problem solving.
• Experience with air-phase analysis and EPA Toxic Organic Compendium methods preferred.
• Experience mentoring teams and influencing across functions.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including reading, writing and speaking

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

GC/MS platforms

GC/MS/MS

Leadership

Air-phase analysis

Mentoring

US work authorization

English proficiency

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry

Tools

GC/MS instrumentation

EPA TOC methods

Job description

Eurofins Environment Testing in Folsom, CA is seeking a Senior Applications Chemist to serve as the subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS, supporting multiple projects and laboratory teams through advanced troubleshooting, method optimization, and technical leadership. The role emphasizes collaboration with QA and operations, mentorship of staff, and ongoing method development.

Compensation ranges from USD 75,000 to 95,000 per year for a full-time role.