Laboratory Analyst

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Position Summary

The General Chemistry (Wet Chemistry) Analyst is responsible for performing routine to moderately complex wet chemistry analyses in a high‑throughput environmental laboratory. This role requires hands‑on experience with classical and instrumental wet chemistry techniques, including titrations, gravimetric analyses, colorimetric procedures, and bench‑scale sample preparation across multiple EPA, Standard Methods (SM), and client‑specific protocols.

The Analyst is expected to execute analytical work efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to quality systems, regulatory requirements, and laboratory safety protocols. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate, defensible data to support environmental compliance, permitting, and monitoring programs.

Primary Responsibilities

Analytical & Instrumental Responsibilities

Perform wet chemistry analyses using EPA, Standard Methods, and client‑specific procedures, including but not limited to alkalinity, hardness, nutrients, solids, demand parameters, and select inorganic determinations

Execute analytical techniques such as titration, gravimetric analysis, colorimetry, spectrophotometry, and bench‑scale digestion or extraction

Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation including UV‑Vis spectrophotometers, discrete analyzers, balances, ovens, furnaces, pH meters, and autotitrators

Prepare reagents, standards, and calibration solutions in accordance with SOP and method requirements

Perform routine instrument checks, calibrations, and maintenance as required

Production & Sample Management

Manage assigned sample workloads to meet strict turnaround times in a deadline‑driven production environment

Accurately track holding times, and follow established chain‑of‑custody and sample handling procedures

Perform analytical batches efficiently while maintaining data quality and regulatory compliance

Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection‑ready laboratory workspace

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with EPA, Standard Methods, state regulations, client requirements, and accreditation standards (TNI/NELAC)

Perform and evaluate method‑required QA/QC including blanks, LCS, duplicates, matrix spikes, and calibration verifications

Identify out‑of‑control conditions and notify Laboratory Operations or QA for corrective action

Maintain complete, accurate, and defensible raw data, calculations, and bench sheets

Adhere to SOPs, safety protocols, and data integrity requirements at all times

Method Support & Continuous Improvement

Support implementation of new methods under supervision of senior staff

Assist with method validation, verification, and performance studies as directed

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to efficiency, quality, and safety

Provide input on SOP updates, reagent optimization, and workflow improvements

Collaboration & Communication

Communicate workload status, analytical issues, and potential turnaround risks to supervisors and laboratory operations staff

Document analytical challenges, deviations, and resolutions clearly and concisely

Work collaboratively in a team‑oriented, safety‑focused, and quality‑driven laboratory environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of wet chemistry principles and laboratory best practices

Experience with titrations, colorimetric analyses, gravimetric techniques, and quantitative calculations

Familiarity with EPA and Standard Methods commonly used in environmental general chemistry (e.g., nutrients, alkalinity, hardness, TSS/TDS, COD/BOD support)

Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity

Ability to follow detailed SOPs and regulatory requirements

Strong organizational and time‑management skills in a production setting

Proficiency with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and electronic recordkeeping

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline

Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of hands‑on experience performing wet chemistry analyses in an environmental laboratory

Demonstrated experience with at least one EPA or Standard Method wet chemistry procedure in a regulated setting

Preferred Experience and Knowledge

Experience performing multiple general chemistry parameters in a high‑throughput environmental laboratory

Familiarity with nutrient analysis, demand parameters, and solids determinations

Experience working under TNI/NELAC and/or DoD compliance requirements

Exposure to method validation, verification, or audit support activities

Physical Demands

Ability to stand or sit for extended periods during an 8‑hour workday

Manual dexterity required for sample preparation, titrations, and reagent handling

Ability to lift and handle laboratory glassware, reagents, and sample containers

Ability to read and interpret bench sheets, calculations, and analytical reports

Ability to communicate clearly with peers and management

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