Organic Analyst

This is an excellent opportunity to join and develop your career within a government Organization.Our client is a department responsible for biological, chemical, legal, physical and trade measurement, with a vision to provide measurement policy, science and regulation that underpins the economy and well-being of Australia. Their Analytical Services Branch conducts chemical and biological measurement on a wide range of samples which includes water, soil, food and pharmaceuticals.
The main responsibility for this position is the analysis of Organic semivolatile and volatile contaminants in environmental sample matrices. The position is laboratory based and the analyst must have good knowledge of environmental sample extraction techniques and Gas Chromatography (GC). The analyst must also have experience within a NATA accredited laboratory demonstrating proficiency in the operation of instrument software and experience with troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instruments.Duties Include:

• Undertake extraction and analysis of Organic semivolatile and volatile contaminants from environmental samples.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation such as Gas chromatography, Mass Spectrometers (GCMS and GCMSMS).
• Prepare samples, reagents and standards in accordance to documented and/or standard methods.
• Process results from instruments, check QA/QC data while using professional judgement to assess whether data meets QA/QC acceptance criteria.
• Perform routine calibrations of equipment.
• Ensure laboratory area is clean, tidy and safe.
• Any other duties as directed by the immediate supervisor.
• This is a full time, Monday to Friday position (37.5 hours per week).

The successful Candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a scientific field (chemistry or equivalent) with a minimum of 1 year relevant experience.
• A demonstrated ability to work safely according to procedures and site protocols.
• Experience in analysing environmental samples for Organic Semivolatile, Volatile or other contaminants using GC instrumentation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently undertake environmental sample analysis showing initiative and judgement.
• Highly organised and able to work in a fast turnaround time environment to meet clients’ needs.
• Ability to work responsibly as a member of a team and capable of working under minimal supervision to pursue tasks to a satisfactory conclusion
• Work collaboratively within a team environment while demonstrating initiative and drive to meet the goals of the team and the section.
• Australian citizenship is a requirement for this position.

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