TEM Asbestos Analyst located in Seattle, WA - Eurofins Built Environment Testing

Eurofins; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing service provider in Seattle is looking for an experienced TEM Asbestos Analyst. The role involves analyzing asbestos samples using TEM microscopy, adhering to safety standards, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant science and at least 1 year of microscopy experience. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Dental and vision options

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience performing asbestos microscopy.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples for asbestos using TEM microscopy.
• Adhere to EPA, NVLAP, ELAP, OSHA, and NIOSH standards.
• Accurately enter and report analytical data.

Skills

Asbestos microscopy

Transmission Electron Microscope

Technical support

Client service

Education

Undergraduate degree in Geology, Biology or related science

TEM Asbestos training course

Job description

TEM Asbestos Analyst located in Seattle, WA - Eurofins Built Environment Testing

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.

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.

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

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is looking for an experienced TEM Asbestos Analyst in our Seattle, WA location.

The Analyst performs analysis of bulk and air for asbestos mineral fibers using TEM -Transmission Electron Microscopy.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples for asbestos using TEM microscopy.
• Adherence to EPA, NVLAP, ELAP, OSHA, and NIOSH standards for asbestos identification
• Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS
• Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work
• Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed
• Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed
• Assists the QA manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests
• Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel
• Performs and completes all analytical testing QA related tasks as needed
• Assists in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations
• Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary
• Co-ordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery
• Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary
• Participates in Lean initiatives and projects when called upon
• Follows company policies and procedures and ensures that coworkers are doing the same

Secondary Duties:

• Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed
• Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed
• Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary
• Establishes and maintains laboratory reference samples
• Performs root cause analysis and determines and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary
• Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed
• Routinely communicates available capacity to Regional Manager
• Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience performing asbestos microscopy
• Must have an undergraduate degree in Geology, Biology or related science, or TEM Asbestos training course
• Experience utilizing a Transmission Electron Microscope preferred
• Must be willing to relocate to Seattle, WA
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Compensation range: $23 - $27 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

Position is Full-time Monday - Friday , 8AM - 5PM shift with overtime or weekend work as needed.

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 support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives.

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