TEM Asbestos Analyst - Eurofins Built Environment Testing, Emeryville, CA

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples for asbestos using TEM microscopy.
• Adherence to EPA, NVLAP, ELAP, OSHA, and NIOSH standards for asbestos identification
• 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
• Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed
• Assists the QA manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests
• 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
• Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary
• Participates in Lean initiatives and projects when called upon
• Follows company policies and procedures and ensures that coworkers are doing the same
• Secondary Duties:
• Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed
• Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed
• Trains new asbestos testing Analysts as needed
• Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary
• Establishes and maintains laboratory reference samples
• Performs root cause analysis and determines and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary
• Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed
• Routinely communicates available capacity to Regional Manager
• Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager
• Basic Minimum Qualifications:
• 0-1+ years of experience performing asbestos microscopy
• Must have an undergraduate degree in Geology, Biology or related science, or TEM Asbestos training course
• Experience utilizing a Transmission Electron Microscope preferred
• 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
• Compensation range : $23 - $27 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
• Position is Full-time Monday - Friday , 8AM - 5PM shift with overtime or weekend work as needed.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Emeryville, CA or are willing to relocate are encouraged to apply.
• Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.
• We support your development! Do you feel you don't match 100% of the requirements? Don't hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.
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Additional Information

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is looking for an TEM Asbestos Analyst in our Emeryville, CA location. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate. The Analyst performs analysis of bulk and air for asbestos mineral fibers using TEM -Transmission Electron Microscopy. Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology in compliance with company Quality Assurance programs and SOP's, and must be knowledgeable of both job-specific routine and complex analyses. The analyst validates and reviews data for accuracy, and uploads laboratory data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required 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.

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