What are the responsibilities and job description for the ICP Instrumentation Analyst position at Eurofins?
Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is a leading international group that provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. Founded in 1987 with 10 employees, we are now growing strong with over 44,000 people and are present in 44 countries. We are one of the fastest growing listed European companies. Since the IPO on the French stock exchange in 1997, Eurofins' sales have increased by 37% each year (in compound average) to over EUR 2.97 billion in 2017. Thanks to its decentralized structure and very strong growth, Eurofins provides unparalleled career opportunities for leaders who want to join in a fast paced environment and grow their responsibilities quickly, in Australia, New Zealand or overseas.
Eurofins Food and Water Testing New Zealand provides range of class leading food, water, plant, soil and fertilizer testing, as well as horticultural services and technical solutions, primarily to the New Zealand market. With a staff of over 350 we operate laboratories in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Tauranga. We specialise in all Food types, Plants, Soils, Fertilizers, Potable Water, Sludge, Sediments, Leachate, Trade Waste Effluents, Sewage Effluents, Surface Water, River & Stream Monitoring, Seawater, and Groundwater.
Job Description
We are seeking candidates for the position of ICP Instrumentation Analyst within the Metals Instrumentation team at Eurofins ELS Wellington.
The purpose of the role is to analyse aqueous solutions by ICPOES and ICPMS instrumentation to required quality and turnaround requirements. Types of samples to be analysed include potable water, waste water, SOE, soil, food, final products and biological samples. You will also be involved in preparing calibration standards, quality control samples, performing routine maintenance and trouble shooting. We seek an energetic and motivated professional to join our team. This position would suit someone who has used ICP instrumentation previously or has used a variety of advanced laboratory instrumentation.
Key Position Objectives:
Reporting to the Metals Instrumentation Team Leader the role will focus on but is not limited to:
Analysis of prepared samples by ICPOES and ICPMS
Preparing standards and Quality Control samples for analysis
Processing and reporting data
Performing routine maintenance
Qualifications
As an important role within Eurofins-ELS the following selection criteria are essential for success:
Attention to detail, and proficient computer skills are essential
Has a tertiary degree in science, preferably in Chemistry
Experience working within a commercial laboratory using instrumentation techniques
Experience with working on Agilent ICP an advantage
Must be available to work Tuesday to Saturday
- Desire to continually learn and improve
Must have a valid NZ work visa or be a NZ resident
Additional Information
Application for this position close on 15 May 2023. We will be reviewing applications as they are received, so if you have the necessary skills and experience, please submit a resume and a cover letter as soon as possible to Gabri[email protected]
