Entry Level Soil Testing Lab Jobs in Houston, TX

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing a unique range of analytical testing
services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients-including DoD, DOE, and municipalities-through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure. We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more.

The Analyst II prepares and analyzes environmental samples using  both standard and complex testing according to scientific and environmental protection methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing America's Quality Assurance programs and standard operating procedures. Validates and reviews data for accuracy through Level I reviews. Uploads laboratory data into LIMS system to generate data packages for delivery to clients. Must be knowledgeable of a broad range of laboratory testing equipment requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Performs laboratory procedures requiring knowledge of scientific methods and testing procedures including: 
  • Batching and prepping samples for analysis taking into account special and varied client  and quality assurance requirements 
  • Making reagents for sample analysis 
  • Aliquots extracted samples to maximize laboratory productivity 
  • Preparing appropriate standards to ensure compliant data 
  • Determining appropriate routine and complex analysis methods for a wide variety of  organic and inorganic samples 
  • Operation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instruments 
• Uploads data into LIMS system for review.
• Performs Level I review of data produced to ensure accuracy. 
• Maintains logbooks. 
• Monitors refrigerator temperatures. 
• Responsible for performing job functions within Eurofins Environment Testing America  environmental health and safety and quality assurance standards. 
• Maintains housekeeping standards for work area. 
• Inventories and stocks laboratory supplies. 

Secondary Duties: 

• Orders supplies. 
• Washes and inventories glassware. 
• Writes NCM's for projects with quality assurance issues. 
• Purges analyzed samples. 
• Assists in training new analysts on laboratory procedures. 
• Assists in other areas of laboratory when needed. 

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field. 3 years laboratory experience may substitute for degree. 
• Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in routine and complex laboratory  procedures and instruments, preferably in a production environment 
• GCMS, FID experience 
• 1 year of experience analyzing organics would be preferred
• Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines) 
• 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.

This is a full time position, 40 hrs / week. Monday to Friday 9 am to 6 pm with possibility of overtime and weekends as needed. 

Compensation: $25 - $30 / hour, (DOE). 

Candidates within a commutable distance to Stafford, TX 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 www.eurofinsus.com 

We support your development! Do you feel you don't match 100% of the requirements? Don't 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 same-serving as a true ESG Enabler.

Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.