What are the responsibilities and job description for the Analytical Chemist position at AM Testing & Services, Inc.?
AM Testing & Services is excited to announce an immediate opportunity for an experienced Analytical Chemist at our laboratory facility in Punta Gorda, Florida. This is a hands-on role ideal for a motivated individual looking to grow with a fast-paced, quality-driven testing laboratory.
Pay: competitive, negotiable based on experience
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate, maintain, and calibrate a wide range of analytical instrumentation, including:
* ICP/OES, ICP/MS
* HPLC/MSMS
* GC/MS
* UV/VIS Spectrophotometry
· Perform sample preparation, extraction, digestion, and analysis on both routine and complex matrices.
· Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and instrumentation operation.
· Review and validate analytical results for accuracy and compliance with internal and external quality standards.
· Support and advise clients and customer service teams with technical information and analytical results.
· Assist in maintaining and advancing our laboratory’s ISO 17025 accreditation through A2LA.
· Work collaboratively within a small, fast-paced team environment with a focus on quality, efficiency, and innovation.
· Contribute to expanding the laboratory’s scope by introducing new analytical methods and technologies.
Requirements:
· Master's Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field preferred
· 2–5 years of hands-on laboratory experience is required
· Strong working knowledge and experience with at least some of the following instrumentation:
* ICP/OES, ICP/MS
* GC/MS, HPLC/MSMS
* UV/VIS
· Ability to maintain and troubleshoot analytical instruments
· Excellent documentation and organizational skills
· Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality control
· Familiarity with ISO 17025 and A2LA quality systems
· Effective verbal and written communication skills
· Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented lab setting
Preferred Skills:
· Experience using instrument-specific software such as:
* Agilent ChemStation and MassHunter
* PerkinElmer WinLab, Syngistix, and Spectrum
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
· Experience introducing new testing methodologies or expanding lab capabilities
How to Apply:
For immediate consideration, please send your resume and inquiries to:
Heather@amtesting.com
Join our growing team at AM Testing & Services!