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Company Description 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. Job Description The Analyst I performs sample preparation as well as some inorganic analysis of environmental samples. The Analyst I interprets and manages data using LIMS and Excel, ensuring that data meets all established QA/QC criteria and is made available to the department supervisor within specified time frames. Responsibilities: * Prepare and analyze samples utilizing various inorganic instrumentation (e.g. ICP-OES, CVAA, ICP-MS) in accordance to established procedures * Familiarity using EPA 1311, 1312, 3010, 3005, 3050B, 6010 and other methodologies * Conduct review of sample preparation data including: checks for completeness, calculation accuracy, data interpretation and data quality objective coherence. Provide all documentation for peer and scientific review of data in a timely manner * Perform all functions in support of and in compliance with all state and federal employee regulations in a safe and efficient manner * Troubleshoot instrument problems, perform routine maintenance, and consult with vendor technicians (support engineers) as needed * Manage inventory needs, including maintaining stock of all necessary components, supplies, standards and reagents * Utilize computer software to prioritize work, track samples, acquire data, perform calculations and statistical analysis, and store data to meet established deadlines * Constructively problem-solve work issues with team members and other lab staff and provide feedback to the department supervisor, Lab Manager, Quality Assurance Manager and/or Project Managers about analysis, data, or other issues * Provide back-up assistance to other analysts and lab assistants when necessary * Make recommendations and implement new methods, cost saving techniques or practices, efficiency improvements and policies for the department Qualifications * A minimum of an Associate of Science degree in Chemistry (Bachelors preferred) or equivalent experience * One year of experience in a laboratory setting (preferably environmental) is a plus * Demonstrated effective communication skills and relate well to people in direct communication * Consciousness of and a positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures * Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making * Strong organization and problem solving skills * Detail oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to coordinate multiple priorities * Versatility, flexibility in dealing with people * Ability to synthesize and retain information * Computer skills, experience with LIMS software a plus * Ability to perform basic math skills including multiplication, division and algebra * Willingness to put in overtime hours, as necessary to meet work needs * Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English * Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship