The board
- Hours
- Full-time
- Where
- Reno, NV
- Posted
- Jun 29
Our Reno, NV laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Analyst to join their team! The Laboratory Analyst prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Analyst works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Analyst understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles. The Laboratory Analyst always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.
Job functions:
What you'd do
- After appropriate training independently prepares and analyzes samples according to SGS’ analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies
- Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory instruments/equipment
- May assist with validation and MDL studies.
- Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.
- Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.
- Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
- Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What they want
- Associate Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 0-2 years of experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories OR 3 years of relevant experience (i.e. Sample Prep) (Required)
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 1-2 years of years’ relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)
- Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) (Required)
- Experience with GCMS and Organics methods (Preferred)
- Experience with LIMS (Preferred)
- Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)
About SGS · Laboratory & Testing
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.