MAI is continually seeking motivated scientists, analysts, technicians, and laboratory professionals interested in environmental testing, analytical chemistry, GC-MS/LC-MS analysis, microbiology, aquatic toxicity, and regulatory compliance support. Our laboratory environment emphasizes teamwork, technical growth, responsive client service, and high-quality defensible analytical data.
VOC Chemist
We are seeking a full-time, skilled chemist to join our VOC’s team for a Monday through Friday shift. The
position available is for an entry-level to advanced-level GC Chemist. Training will be conducted by our
senior analysts.
This position reports to the Laboratory Manager.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- The analyst’s primary responsibility is to prepare standards, interpret calibration, analyses of samples, and data review.
- The right candidate must have the aptitude to learn EPA, ASTM, and other analytical and sample handling protocols from various agencies for Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) analyses. Samples submitted are tested within appropriate hold times for all types of environmental matrices (air, drinking water, wastewater, soils, and other matrices). Must learn software that is integral to instrument control, data flow, and data storage (LIMS).
Qualifications:
- A four-year college degree in chemistry or another closely related science discipline.
- Candidate must be comfortable working in a laboratory and should have basic lab skills such as weighing, pipetting and diluting.
- Clear and concise communication with their teammates, Sample Preparation staff & Project Managers.
- Great attitude and aptitude for learning. Teamwork-driven personality with a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work independently and as directed by the Department lead.
- Attention to detail is crucial in minimizing errors and maintaining workplace safety.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills. Multi-tasking is essential as our lab tends to be very busy.
- Good mechanical & troubleshooting skills and familiarity with LIMS are preferred but not required.
Salary range $24.00 - $38.46/hour. Good benefits: Family flexibility, Kaiser Health insurance, subsidized dental, 401K, paid vacations and holidays, merit based bonuses and raises, excellent work environment.
