Chemist & Prep Lab Assistant

Job Summary

Following the successful completion on an initial training period, this position involves the careful receipt, administration, preparation and analysis of all incoming chemistry samples using published methods and internal procedures. The Chemist uses well-developed organizational and communication skills to deal directly with all levels of the organization and BATTA clientele.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Preparation and analysis of environmental samples for:

• Metals in Paint (EPA 3050B/7000B, SW 846-6010D), and
• Metals in Wipes (NIOSH 9100/7082, SW 846-6010D), and
• Metals in Waste Products, TCLP (EPA 1311), and
• Metals in Soils (EPA 3050B/7000B, SW 846-6010D)
• Metals in Air (NIOSH 7082, 7303)
• USCPSC (CPSC-CH-E1003-09.1, Standard Operating Procedure for Determining Lead (Pb) in Paint and Other Similar Surface Coatings)
• RCRA-8 Metals (Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium, Lead, Mercury, Selenium, Silver)

Preparation of environmental samples prior to analysis for: o Phase Contrast Microscopy (air by NIOSH 7400)

• Polarized Light Microscopy (bulk by ELAP 198.6, VAI by ELAP 198.8, soil by CARB 435 and vermiculite by EPA Cincinnati Method)
• Transmission Electron Microscopy (water by EPA 100.2, bulk by ELAP 198.4 and EPA Chatfield, air by AHERA, ISO, Yamate and NIOSH 7402 methodology and surface samples by ASTM 6480 and ASTM 5755)
• Preparation of mold direct exam slides (ASTM D7658 – 17, D7391 – 20)

Exhibit and promote Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Review client paperwork for all incoming samples to ensure completeness and correctness

Inspect samples to ensure sample integrity is retained and that the packaging is not compromised

Ensure all samples are stored properly prior to, and following, analysis

Assist Laboratory Administrator with customer service client questions via phone and email as needed

Cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment

Crosstrain and/or assist in other departments if needed to meet business demands

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person