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Semi-Volatiles (SVOA) Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm To thrive in this role, you ... Conduct lab analyses asrequiredand adheretoaccuratedata/record keeping practices;stay current with ...

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... volatiles, pollen, nectar). Data analysis skills include knowledge of quantitative genetics, linear models, and multivariate statistics. The candidate should demonstrate a proven record of ...

Peer review analytical data. * Evaluate new technologies and instrumentation. Look for ways to improve current practices and create efficiencies. * Experience with Volatiles is a significant plus.

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How much do volatiles analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for volatiles analyst in the United States is $88,569.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volatiles Analyst vs Gas Chromatography (GC) Technician?

AspectVolatiles AnalystGas Chromatography (GC) Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field; certifications in laboratory techniques are commonRequires similar degrees; certifications in chromatography or lab equipment maintenance are advantageous
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings analyzing volatile compounds in food, beverages, or environmental samplesLaboratories or industrial settings maintaining and calibrating GC equipment
Industry UsageUsed in food, beverage, environmental, and pharmaceutical industriesCommon in analytical labs across similar industries for instrument operation

While both roles require chemistry knowledge and laboratory skills, a Volatiles Analyst focuses on analyzing volatile compounds, whereas a GC Technician specializes in maintaining and calibrating gas chromatography equipment. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in focus: analysis versus instrument maintenance.

What are the main challenges a Volatiles Analyst may face when interpreting complex data from multiple sources?

As a Volatiles Analyst, one of the primary challenges is integrating and interpreting data from diverse analytical instruments, each with its own calibration and potential for variability. Analysts often work with large datasets generated from gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, or other specialized tools, which require careful validation to ensure accuracy. Additionally, distinguishing between similar compounds and accounting for environmental factors can complicate analysis. Collaboration with chemists, engineers, and quality control teams is essential to troubleshoot anomalies and ensure robust, actionable results.

What is a Volatiles Analyst?

A Volatiles Analyst is a professional who specializes in detecting, measuring, and analyzing volatile compounds, often in environmental, pharmaceutical, or industrial settings. Their work involves using specialized instruments and techniques, such as gas chromatography, to identify and quantify volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other gases. These analyses help ensure compliance with safety, environmental, or quality standards and can support research or product development. Volatiles Analysts must have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in chemistry or a related field. They often work in laboratories, collaborating with scientists, engineers, and regulatory agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Volatiles Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volatiles Analyst, you need a solid background in analytical chemistry, laboratory techniques, and data interpretation, typically supported by a degree in chemistry or a related field. Familiarity with gas chromatography (GC), mass spectrometry (MS), and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is commonly required, as well as relevant certifications in laboratory safety. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are crucial for ensuring accurate analysis and clear reporting of results. These skills and qualifications are important to maintain data integrity, meet regulatory standards, and support informed decision-making in industrial or environmental settings.
What job categories do people searching Volatiles Analyst jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Volatiles Analyst jobs are:
Infographic showing various Volatiles Analyst job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,569 per year, or $42.6 per hour.
Laboratory Analyst, Eurofins Environment Testing Northern California - Air Toxics, Folsom, CA

Laboratory Analyst, Eurofins Environment Testing Northern California - Air Toxics, Folsom, CA

Eurofins Scientific

Folsom, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

New


Eurofins rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 105 rated laboratories


Job description

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to join our team! The Laboratory Analyst will have previous experience or exposure to GC/MS Volatiles testing. The Laboratory Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins' Quality Assurance programs and SOP's.

Position Summary: responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Routine sample preparation and analysis of air samples
  • Perform all documentation, sample preparation and analysis, following SOPs or appropriate methods
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced and productive environment
  • Strong organization with the ability to follow instructions and SOP
  • Proactively communicate production and quality issues to management
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Prepare standards
  • Effective communication skills, both written and oral
  • Demonstrate and promotes the company vision
  • Understand and use Air Toxics LIMS system
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Participate in laboratory and other meetings
  • Perform other duties as required by Company management
Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a science related field is required
  • Experience working in a fast paced environment
  • 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

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong sense of initiative, detail oriented with a hands-on approach
  • Ability to work efficiently and accurately within a fast paced environment
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong team working skills and the ability to conduct all activities in a safe and efficient manner
  • Regular attendance and punctuality
  • Ability to learn new techniques, adapt setup and test equipment to new situations, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and keep accurate records;
  • Method development experience
  • Proficiency with data processing software and Microsoft programs.
  • Able to perform the physical requirements of the job
  • Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
  • Able to work a full-time shift (M-F) during training; flexible to rotate weekends and overtime as necessary
  • Adherence to safety protocol and operation procedures;
  • Excellent customer service; resourceful and collaborative approach in solving problems; function in an environment of constant change and conflicting priorities;
  • Communicate well with coworkers and management;
  • Read, understand and comply with SOPs;
  • Concentrate, focus, and be attentive to details;
  • Use a keyboard to enter data;
  • Work under medium to high stress level;
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a continuous basis, stand for prolonged periods; work
    upright, bend and use hands and arms repetitively to perform moderate physical work duties; the ability to push carts with objects on board weighing up to 50 pounds; hearing and speaking are needed to listen effectively and talk with individuals in person or on the phone; specific vision abilities required by this job include; close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Hazardous Material Handling:

The Eurofins Air Toxics laboratory houses chemicals necessary for the analysis of various environmental samples. These chemicals can be harmful if not properly handled.

The list includes but is not limited to; cryogenic Dewars of liquid nitrogen, compressed gasses including helium, nitrogen and hydrogen, sharps and liquid solvents such as methylene chloride, acetonitrile and acetone.

This position requires the ability to safely handle and transport these bulk chemicals. The employee will be required to read and reference the Chemical Hygiene Plan and Injury and Illness Prevention Program for additional information and instruction.

Additional Information

Compensation Range: $21 - $23 per hour depending on level of experience and qualifications.

Position is full-time, and eligible for overtime pay.  Candidates must be available to work the following shifts with possible overtime and weekends as needed:

  • Monday - Friday, 7AM to 3:30PM
  • Initial Training will be Monday - Friday, 8AM - 4:30PM

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

We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.

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/

Company description: Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, 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 with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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


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Scientific research and development services, biotechnology research and development and environmental consulting services

Company size

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Leacock, PA, US