Senior GC/MS Applications Chemist – Method Development Lead

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA); 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

Career development

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) in California seeks a Senior Applications Chemist to serve as a subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS, supporting multiple projects, clients, and laboratory teams through advanced troubleshooting, method optimization, and technical leadership. The role requires a BS or MS in Chemistry, extensive GC/MS experience, and US work authorization.

You will lead investigations, mentor staff, and promote best practices across Eurofins laboratories.

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 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 in English

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

GC/MS

Leadership

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry

Tools

GC/MS instrumentation

EPA TOC methods

Job description

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) in California seeks a Senior Applications Chemist to serve as a subject matter expert for GC and GC/MS, supporting multiple projects, clients, and laboratory teams through advanced troubleshooting, method optimization, and technical leadership. The role requires a BS or MS in Chemistry, extensive GC/MS experience, and US work authorization.

You will lead investigations, mentor staff, and promote best practices across Eurofins laboratories.