Scientist I Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater West, LLC Bend, OR

Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater West is seeking a Scientist I to join our team! 

The Scientist I is responsible for preparing and analyzing environmental samples using established scientific and EPA-approved analytical techniques. This role ensures all work is performed in full compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America s Quality Assurance programs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The Scientist I supports accurate timely and high quality data generation by following validated methodologies maintaining strict adherence to laboratory safety and quality standards and documenting all activities according to regulatory and internal requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and analyze microbiology samples including potable water non-potable water and soil
• Set up and analyze inorganic potable and non-potable water samples
• Understand and interpret Oregon Health Authority rules and regulations
• Assist clients in person by email and over the phone
• Receive log and process client samples
• Maintain the laboratory in clean and excellent working order
• Maintain laboratory supply inventory perform QC checks and prepare Certificates of Analysis
• Prepare media for compliance and environmental testing
• Perform monthly environmental monitoring
• Maintain the laboratory filing system
• Document laboratory functions in logbooks and computer systems
• Perform proficiency testing for Oregons Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program
• Assist manager with tasks independently as needed
• Assist with sampling and sample collection routes
• Send client reports and invoices as needed
• Analyze samples on weekends when required

Qualifications :

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for a degree.
• Two or more years of bench top laboratory experience is a plus 
• Minimum of two weeks training at academic institution in microbiological analysis of drinking water or 80 hours on the job training
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement including the ability to read write and speak in English.

Additional Information :

This is a full-time position Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm with possible overtime. 

compensation: $22.20 - $27 / hour (DOE). 

Candidates within a commutable distance to Bend OR are encouraged to apply. 

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes the actual base salary may vary based upon but not limited to relevant experience and skill set base salary of internal peers business sector and geographic location.

As a Eurofins employee you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.  We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match paid holidays paid time off and dental and vision options.

To learn more about Eurofins please explore our website  

We support your development! Do you feel you dont match 100% of the requirements Dont hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression race nationality age religion sexual orientation disability and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in Testing for Life our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world and our core values we are building a strong foundation for Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the sameserving as a true ESG Enabler.

Find out more in our career page: USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time