Laboratory Analyst

ALS provides a broad range of testing and analytical services to a wide variety of end markets and industries around the globe. We continue to remain a leader in the testing services industry and have established a distinguished reputation for providing best in class results and client services.

**Location**: ALS Environmental, Halifax 13-100 Wright Avenue Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

**Reports to**: Laboratory Supervisor

**About the Position**:
This position is responsible for performing simple and complex sample preparations and extractions, routine laboratory maintenance tasks and simple analyses.
Specific Responsibilities
- Sample disposal, retrieve samples from storage, store samples in sample cooler
- Operate lab instrument/equipment such as pipettes, shakers, centrifuges, pH meters etc;
- Perform instrument/equipment calibration, maintenance and repair as required;
- Perform instrument troubleshooting;
- Perform sample preparation - filtration, screening, extraction and digestion;
- Prepare all required reagents, standards, reference materials, etc;
- Carry out all required data processing (i.e. calculations, data review, data entry, archival, etc.);
- Carry out all required record-keeping & documentation;
- General laboratory clean-up and maintenance, monitor controlled equipment;
- Clean and maintain glassware and lab ware;
- Assist in sample flow and archiving as well as data archiving;
- Lead in the development and implementation of new procedures;
- Lead in the training of junior laboratory assistants;
- Perform all required quality control procedures;
- Produce all tasks within specific turnaround times (TAT);
- Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
- Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
- Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Must be a careful and meticulous worker;
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel);
- Must be capable of working with mínimal supervision;
- Must be well organised, and able to work independently as well as part of a team;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to understand and carry out detailed instructions.

Required Qualifications
- Completion of technical diploma or BSc degree in chemistry, biology or related field Diploma or equivalent;
- Previous laboratory experience of at least one year.

Physical Demands
- Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks;
- Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, gloves etc., when required;
- Ability to stand for a full shift;
- You may be exposed to unpleasant odours;
- Must be able to distinguish colours.
- Position may require overtime and weekend shifts.