Senior GC/MS Applications Chemist - Lead Methods

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Career development

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Senior Applications Chemist to join our team in California. The Senior Applications Chemist functions as a subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS technology within Eurofins Environmental Testing, supporting multiple projects, clients, and laboratory teams through advanced troubleshooting, method optimization, and technical leadership.

The role requires BS or MS in Chemistry or related discipline, extensive GC/MS experience, and demonstrated leadership.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry or related field.
• Experience with GC/MS platforms including GC/MS/MS.
• Demonstrated 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.

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

Mentoring

English proficiency

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry

Tools

GC/MS platforms

GC/MS/MS

Job description

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Senior Applications Chemist to join our team in California. The Senior Applications Chemist functions as a subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS technology within Eurofins Environmental Testing, supporting multiple projects, clients, and laboratory teams through advanced troubleshooting, method optimization, and technical leadership.

The role requires BS or MS in Chemistry or related discipline, extensive GC/MS experience, and demonstrated leadership.