Laboratory Scientist

Position Description:

The Volatiles Laboratory Scientist provides production, technical, and leadership support to his/her team.  While the scientist participates in the operation of the instrumentation and/or data reduction, the scientist also provides a leadership role insuring that data and processes meet technical and quality requirements.  This leadership role also includes the training and mentoring of staff. 

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

Sample analysis utilizing various instrumentations including Agilent GCMS.
 

• Reduce data and generate final reports. 
• Provide management/technical review for data reduction, initial calibrations, MDLs and final reports. 
• Train staff in team activities such as standard preparation, sample analysis, data reduction, and final report generation
• Identify areas for improvement in methodology, instrumentation, or quality systems.  Provide possible solutions to the management team and participate in the resolution.
•  Mentor team members providing them with professional guidance, escalating concerns as needed. 
• Assist in developing and maintaining a cohesive positive team environment through constructive communication with team members and the management team.

Minimum Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

B.S. in Chemistry or related science

2 to 3 years of recent environmental laboratory experience

SKILLS:

• Technical proficiency in the operation and/or theory of GC and GC/MS instrumentation is required including Agilent GC/MSD.

• Prior experience with air samples is a plus.

• Prior experience with SW-846 protocols, Contract Laboratory Protocols and Target/Chemstation software required.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, exhibited through initiative and the ability to be a “solutions provider".

• Must be able to effectively train staff and provide a constructive team environment.

• Ability to self-manage and meet project deadlines.

Air Toxics Ltd offers an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, 401K plan, STD, LTD, voluntary Term Life, medical and dependent care spending accounts, a medical reimbursement plan, tuition reimbursement, and an employee incentive plan. Air Toxics Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are a Drug-Free workplace.

Please visit our website at http://www.airtoxics.com/ for more information.