Associate Chemist- Environment Testing - PFAS Analysis- 2nd Shift, Tues-Sat

About the position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. 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. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate Demonstrates and promotes the company vision Regular attendance and punctuality Perform prep/analysis of samples of various matrices for various analytical methods Analyze/prep samples and QC for routine testing Review, work up, and assemble all supporting data for work performed Perform basic maintenance on equipment used for routine work Read, understand, and carry out SOPs required by EPA or company methods, governing agencies, clients, and our internal QC department Prepare standard solutions and other reagents as needed Use word processor and spreadsheet programs on PC Dispose of all chemical wastes using approved methods Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner Performs other duties as assigned Work overtime as workload requires Position is full-time, 2nd Shift, 3p-11:30pm, Tues - Sat. Training will be M-F, 1st Shift. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
  • Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
  • Regular attendance and punctuality
  • Perform prep/analysis of samples of various matrices for various analytical methods
  • Analyze/prep samples and QC for routine testing
  • Review, work up, and assemble all supporting data for work performed
  • Perform basic maintenance on equipment used for routine work
  • Read, understand, and carry out SOPs required by EPA or company methods, governing agencies, clients, and our internal QC department
  • Prepare standard solutions and other reagents as needed
  • Use word processor and spreadsheet programs on PC
  • Dispose of all chemical wastes using approved methods
  • Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Work overtime as workload requires

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field
  • Proficiency with computers
  • Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship
  • Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.

Nice-to-haves

  • Instrumentation experience
  • Analytical Experience
  • Previous experience in a lab setting

Benefits

  • comprehensive medical coverage
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • paid holidays
  • paid time off
  • dental and vision options
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