About this role
Position Information: Job Title: Ecotox Analyst – Contract Position (April-December 2025) Reports to (title): Laboratory Supervisor/Laboratory Manager Department: Ecotoxicology Laboratory Duration: Contract Fixed-Term until the end of November Basic Purpose: Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures Perform analyses and complex sample preparation proficiently Gain full knowledge with respect to performing analytical procedures and related quality control techniques Key Accountability/Responsibilities: Review LIMS summary reports and organize daily work Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client; ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials Perform routine toxicity analyses in strict compliance to the requirements of the Standard Operating Procedures Responsible for maintaining cultures of bioassay organisms such as, rainbow trout, Daphnia magna, Ceriodaphnia dubia, and various algae. Assist with organism culture troubleshooting Assess and correct problems with all laboratory operations according to SOP guidelines and ISO 17025 regulation criteria Identify and document all known sample deviations, non-conformances, and/or process deviations and report to the Supervisor Keep accurate records of all work, i.e., calibration and maintenance of instruments, water quality measurements, culture mortality and reproduction and test results Provide preliminary client updates, as required Inform Supervisor if SOP requires clarification or updates Participate in internal/external audits, and contribute to MIAs, NSCs, investigations/corrective actions, when requested Enter and verify data including TOXELN reporting Evaluate and initiate problem solving in all areas of the laboratory Participate in developing Standard Operating Procedures and general work instructions Participate in the development / validation of new procedures and instruments, as required Monitor the laboratory to improve efficiencies and reduce costs in a continuous and ongoing fashion Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program Maintain training records and relevant qualifications Keeps work area clean, neat and organized All other responsibilities as assigned