About the Role
This challenging role involves conducting chemical and biological measurement on a wide range of samples including water, soil, food and pharmaceuticals. The successful candidate will have experience in analysing environmental samples for organic Semivolatile, Volatile or other contaminants using GC instrumentation.
Key responsibilities include:
* Undertaking extraction and analysis of organic semivolatile and volatile contaminants from environmental samples.
* Operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation such as Gas chromatography, Mass Spectrometers (GCMS and GCMSMS).
* Preparing samples, reagents and standards in accordance to documented and/or standard methods.
* Processing results from instruments, checking QA/QC data while using professional judgement to assess whether data meets QA/QC acceptance criteria.
* Performing routine equipment calibrations.
* Ensuring laboratory area is clean, tidy and safe.
Essential Requirements
* Australian citizenship is an essential requirement for this position.
* Tertiary qualifications in a scientific field (chemistry or equivalent) with a minimum of 1 year relevant experience.
* Demonstrated ability to work safely according to procedures and site protocols.
* Experience in analysing environmental samples for organic Semivolatile, Volatile or other contaminants using GC instrumentation.
* Demonstrated ability to independently undertake environmental sample analysis showing initiative and judgement.
* Highly organized and able to work in a fast turnaround time environment to meet clients' needs.
* Ability to work responsibly as a member of a team and capable of working under minimal supervision to pursue tasks to a satisfactory conclusion.
* Able to work collaboratively within a team environment while demonstrating initiative and drive to achieve goals.