Laboratory Analyst, Materials Science

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in providing a unique range of analytical testing services to multiple industries.

With over 200,000 analytical methods, Eurofins Scientific helps make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable.

Our network of over 62,000 employees across a network of more than 900 laboratories in 62 countries, strengthens Eurofins Scientific as leader in scientific testing services.

Job Description

EAG Laboratories, a part of the Eurofins network of companies, is a global leader in advanced microscopy, surface analysis and semiconductor testing services of various types of materials from synthetic biomaterials to nanotechnology, deliver new super materials with the potential to transform our world.

Our laboratories are at the forefront of this revolution, providing the scientific expertise and analytical techniques to support companies at every phase of the product lifecycle, from R&D to manufacturing.

EAG is looking for a Laboratory Analyst to join our lab in Syracuse, NY. The candidate will be responsible for prepping and analyzing solid samples by LECO and Horiba instruments to test a metal / alloy materials to see how it absorbs or releases moisture and / or gasses based on heat treatment.

Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for process and equipment troubleshooting.

Use of information in this role is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All accepted applicants must be U.

S. Persons as defined by ITAR : U.S. Person is a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Work Schedule : 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm Mon-Friday.

Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Experience :

• BS degree in materials science or related field.
• 1+ years of sample preparation, analytical instrument operation and analysis.
• Able to cut various metals using bench top sheers, hand held metal snips, precision saws, grinding surfaces layers of materials using a grinder or rotary tool.
• Testing and Associated Instrumentation Experience (Microscope, GDMS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, etc.)
• Effectively manages project / assignment requirements, coordinates with partners, and works independently under supervision.
• Prioritizes tasks, allocates time effectively, and manages distractions to meet deadlines.
• Collaborates effectively with others, including balancing own interests with others' and acknowledging their contributions.
• Maintains professionalism and contributes to a safe and harmonious work environment adhering to safety protocols, sharing important information, fulfilling team responsibilities, and resolving interpersonal conflicts effectively.
• Under supervision, implements and delivers solutions that meet customer expectations.
• Provides customer support, collaborates with others, and contributes to the establishment of effective customer relationships.
• Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional growth by actively seeking opportunities to improve skills and knowledge, embracing new challenges, and learning from experiences and structured learning opportunities.
• Leverages available resources for continuous development by effectively utilizing available development resources to enhance capabilities and broaden expertise.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description.

We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.

Ability and Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
• Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead
• Ability to communicate clearly and understandably ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
• Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and / or fingers.
• Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses, Contacts, etc.)
• Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as hard-hat, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, laboratory coat and / or any other devices or equipment that is required.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.
• Ability to move equipment or items up to 50 lbs.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.

Additional Information

Compensation Range : $23.00-$27.00 per hour. (Pay is commensurate with experience and degree of technical expertise.)

What It’s Like to Work Here :

• Teamwork : be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates, and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
• Learning & Development : take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life.

Develop within the company; be mentored and grow as a leader.

Diversity & Authenticity : we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Benefits & Perks to Foster Work / Life Balance :

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401k Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Education Assistance

and more!

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

It is the policy of the Company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and / or veteran status, and / or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.

The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual's qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status.

Eurofins is a Gender, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today! Check out our other opportunities : www.

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