Laboratory Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Registered Chemical Technician or Licensed Chemist to join our environmental testing laboratory team. In this role, you will perform high-precision chemical analyses on environmental samples, ensure compliance with quality control standards, and manage laboratory inventory. This position is open to both entry-level and experienced professionals who are passionate about analytical chemistry and environmental safety.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct trace metal analysis for Cadmium (Cd), Nickel (Ni), Zinc (Zn), Molybdenum (Mo), Tin (Sn), Bismuth (Bi), Platinum (Pt), and Gold (Au) in water, mineral, and air matrices
• Utilize Flame/Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) and perform MIBK (Methyl Isobutyl Ketone) liquid-liquid extractions for Cd, Pb, Ni, and Au determination
• Oversee the receipt, logging, and monitoring of incoming air samples to ensure sample integrity
• Perform quarterly Laboratory Fortified Blank (LFB) digestions for critical water analysis parameters (Ag, Pb, As, Se)
• Validate expired stock standards and reference solutions to maintain test accuracy
• Prepare accurate chemical reagents, calibration standards, and samples strictly adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain a meticulous and up-to-date inventory of stock solutions and reagents for assigned analytical parameters

About you

• Graduate of BS Chemistry, BS Chemical Engineering, or any related science course
• Must be a Licensed Chemist or Registered Chemical Technician (PRC licensed)
• Experience in an environmental testing laboratory is an advantage
• Familiarity with AAS instrumentation, wet chemistry techniques, and chemical safety protocols is preferred
• Excellent analytical skills, high attention to detail, strong organizational habits, and the ability to work effectively in a structured laboratory environment