GCMS Scientist

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Job description

Job Description

EAG Laboratories, a Eurofins company, is a global leader in analytical chemistry, advanced microscopy, surface analysis and analytical testing services of various types of materials from synthetic biomaterials to nanotechnology. Our laboratoriesareat 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.

Our laboratory in Maryland Heights, Missouri provides organic chemistry testing specializing in investigative analytical chemistry. For instance, a winery had a hydraulic leak around its fermentation tanks. We developed a method for testing hydraulic fluid in wine and proceeded to test a number of wine batches to determine which ones were safe for consumers. In another project, we examined different the off-gassing from a medical device constructed with polymeric materials. This was accomplished using SPME.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We have an opening for an GC-MS Scientist. The skills and responsibilities include:

* Design experiments with limited assistance from management and/or experienced scientists
* Interpret analytical data from GC-MS instrumentation and apply understanding to solving a specific problem
* Apply additional analytical data from techniques such as LC-MS, FTIR, NMR and ICP in solving a specific problem
* Write scientific reports fit for the audience that includes specific conclusions, exact methodology, and supporting analytical data
* Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office (Including Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
* Work comfortably in a fast-paced environment with firm deadlines
* Maintain analytical instrumentation and troubleshoot problems when necessary
* Author standard operating procedures and demonstrate the ability to follow procedures
* Collaborate effectively in a team environment