Instrument Chemist (GC/FID, GCMS, LCMS)

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Instrument Chemist

The role

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity at our ALS Environmental site. We are currently seeking an experienced Instrument Chemist to join our dedicated Organics team.

Based at Wangara, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the team consistently delivers high-quality results on time while striving to exceed expectations.

This full-time position encompasses a range of key responsibilities, including:

• Ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with the Quality Procedures Manual
• Supervision and training of laboratory staff
• Prioritising daily workloads
• Operation and maintenance of instrumentation
• Reporting of results in accordance with Quality Work Instructions
• Ensuring compliance with the laboratory’s QC and HSE requirements
• Preparing standards for sample analysis
• Maintaining relevant documentation

The essentials

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent (Honours and Chemistry disciplines advantageous but all sciences backgrounds are encouraged to apply)
• At least 2 years’ experience in a commercial laboratory
• Previous experience operating with GC/FID, GCMS or LCMS MS would be advantageous
• Available to work Monday to Friday on either day or afternoon shifts, with the flexibility to occasionally work on Saturdays as required.
• Understanding of sample preparation for organics analysis for soil and water matrices highly regarded
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• A working knowledge of organic sample preparation techniques for Environmental samples. PFAS experience would be highly regarded.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Interest in method development, verification, and validation
• A working knowledge of lab safety requirements
• Ability to work under pressure in a team environment
• A keen interest in organic chemistry and associated analysis

Additionally, the following skills and interests are advantageous and desirable:

• A demonstrated interest or personal hobby in areas such as computer building, circuitry, automation, Excel macros, scripting, or 3D printing
• Coding or programming capability (e.g. VBA, Python, R, SQL or similar)
• Exposure to or interest in robotics, AI, process automation or digital optimisation

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. 

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. 

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. 

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.