Position Summary: The Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to  scientific methodology in compliance with company Quality Assurance  programs and SOP’s, and must be knowledgeable of both job-specific routine  and complex analyses. The analyst validates and reviews data for accuracy, and  uploads laboratory data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports  to clients. Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold  times, and must be knowledgeable of the job-specific laboratory testing  equipment, requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation. This role will require training (Monday-Friday) for 2-3 weeks onsite at the Cary, NC lab. This is paid training and travel accommodations will be covered by the company.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare and analyze environmental samples Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed Assists the Quality Assurance (QA) manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel Performs and completes all analytical testing QA related tasks as needed Assists in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary Co-ordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary Participates in Lean initiatives and projects when called uponFollows company policies and procedures Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed Trains new mycology or bacteriology or asbestos or other analytical testing Analysts as needed Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and reference samples Performs root cause analysis and determines and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed Routinely communicates available capacity to senior management Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager
