Laboratory Analyst

Building Water Sampling Services Laboratory Analyst

About Building Water Sampling Services, LLC

The scientists, technicians, Laboratory Analysts and engineers of Building Water Sampling Services, LLC (BWS) have proven expertise in the chemistry and microbiology of water, and understand the increasingly complex rules, regulations and standards covering water systems in buildings. At BWS we help our clients understand and comply with government regulations, accreditation requirements and industry standards. For our clients we collect water samples, perform microbial and chemical analysis, we make on-site water quality measurements, and we maintain comprehensive records. Our clients are building owners and managers and institutional leadership responsible for the safe, regulation-compliant operation of hospitals, nursing homes, senior living communities, schools, hotels, multi-family residences and commercial office buildings.

About the BWS Laboratory Analyst Position

General Description and Responsibilities and Duties in Brief

The BWS Laboratory Analyst position is a full-time position with duty hours 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday or, second shift 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday through Friday.

The BWS Laboratory Analyst performs multi-pathogen testing on environmental, potable, and non-potable water samples. Steps to accomplish this include sample receipt and documentation, accurate sample labeling and organization, DNA purification, multi-pathogen quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) and analysis, troubleshooting, and reporting of results to management through specified means. The holder of this position will manage daily laboratory operations at one of the BWS laboratories in the greater New York City area.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty below. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, or ability required. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY US employer. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently.

Education/Experience

Associate degree with more than 5 years of experience

Bachelor’s Degree with more than 3 years of experience

Master’s Degree

Or, equivalent combination of education and experience

Degree must be in molecular biology, biology, chemistry, or equivalent science-related field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs routine testing of environmental samples received from clients.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and sit for extended periods of time.

Prepares and maintains chemical solutions required for testing using standardized formulas or SOPs.

Proactively ensures test method is actionable by checking and maintaining inventory of reagents and consumables required to execute test method; orders additional material if needed.

Ensures laboratory trash and expired reagents are disposed of properly.

Help in maintaining assigned laboratory equipment and performs verifications or maintenance when needed.

Analyze and report data using equipment outputs, email, and other standard software and online collaboration platforms.

Reports and documents any deviations upon finding.

Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Adjusts work hours as needed to meet client deadlines.

Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner by adhering to site environmental health and safety (EHS) requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Understands and follows all procedures and processes required for work and performs all duties in strict compliance with BWS’s approved methods.

Familiarity with QMS, GLP, ISO 9001, ISO17025, CDC ELITE, etc.

Effectively documents sample analysis execution, including necessary reagent calculations, by following good documentation practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.87 - $27.54 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person