Experienced Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos/PLM Analysis) - Eurofins Built Environment Testing East - Fort Lauderdale, FL

The Analyst performs analysis of bulk samples for asbestos using polarized light microscopy. Analysis of non-culturable surface and air samples for fungi is a plus but not required. The analyst validates and reviews data for accuracy, and uploads laboratory data into the LIMS and reports to clients. Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times and must be knowledgeable of the job-specific laboratory testing equipment, requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation.

The Analyst's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepare and analyze aerobiological, environmental, and water samples for fungal, asbestos and bacteria analysis.
• Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS
• Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work
• Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed
• Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel
• Performs and completes all analytical testing QA related tasks as needed
• Assists in pursuing, receiving, and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations
• Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary
• Co-ordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery
• Follows company policies and procedures and ensures that coworkers are doing the same

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Microbiology, Biology, Geology or a closely related science.
• 1-2 years of laboratory work experience involving mold and/or asbestos microscopy analysis.
• 8 units of Microbiology courses PREFERRED

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Position is full-time Monday - Friday 1st shift. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Fort Lauderdale, FL are encouraged to apply.

Pay range: depends on experience level.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and Eurofins Scientific 2/2 March 2023 agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.