Job Description

EAG Laboratories, a Eurofins company, is a global leader in advanced materials characterization, surface analysis, and semiconductor testing. We support customers across the full product lifecycle—from R&D through high‑volume manufacturing—working with materials including high‑purity metals, semiconductors, advanced ceramics, and specialty materials.

Our laboratories provide the analytical expertise that enables next‑generation technologies in semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, energy, and advanced materials.

Position Overview

EAG Laboratories is seeking a Laboratory Analyst – ICP‑MS to join our Syracuse, NY laboratory. This role focuses on trace and ultra‑trace elemental analysis using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP‑MS) in a fast‑paced industrial testing environment.

Candidates within commuting distance are strongly encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Why Join EAG?

• Work with industry‑standard ICP‑MS instrumentation supporting real‑world decisions
• Analyze materials critical to advanced manufacturing in a wide range of industries.
• Join a globally recognized scientific organization with strong technical depth
• Opportunities for skill expansion, cross‑training, and career growth within Eurofins
• Collaborative, quality‑driven laboratory culture

Key Responsibilities

ICP‑MS Analysis & Reporting

• Perform trace and ultra‑trace elemental analysis using ICP‑MS
• Analyze a wide range of materials, including:
  • Metals and alloys
  • Semiconductor‑related materials
  • High‑purity and specialty materials
• Prepare, run, and evaluate calibration standards, blanks, and QC samples
• Interpret analytical data and generate clear, customer‑ready reports
• Identify and address spectral and matrix interferences

Sample Preparation

• Prepare samples using techniques such as:
  • Acid digestion (microwave or hot block)
  • Dilutions and standard preparation
• Maintain strong contamination control and documentation practices
• Follow laboratory safety procedures when handling acids and reagents

Instrumentation & Troubleshooting

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot ICP‑MS instrumentation
• Perform routine performance checks, tuning, and maintenance
• Investigate out‑of‑spec results and recommend corrective actions
• Support continuous improvement of analytical methods and workflows

Collaboration & Quality

• Work closely with laboratory staff to meet customer timelines
• Prioritize work effectively in a high‑throughput industrial lab
• Comply with internal quality systems, safety requirements, and ISO 27001 information security standards

Work Schedule

• Primary schedule: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM, Monday–Thursday
• Alternate schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday

Candidates must be comfortable working the evening shift based on business needs.

Qualifications

Regulatory & Work Authorization Requirements

• This position is subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
• U.S. Persons only , as defined by ITAR: * U.S. Citizen * U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) * Political Asylee or Refugee

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering or Associated degree and 2+ years of relevant analytical experience
• Strong experience with trace elemental analysis
• Experience working in industrial, QC, contract lab, or manufacturing‑support environments preferred

Skills & Attributes

• Solid understanding of ICP‑MS fundamentals, calibration, and QC
• Experience handling acids and performing sample digestion safely
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Attention to detail and data integrity
• Ability to work independently with increasing technical ownership
• Clear technical communication and documentation skills
• Customer‑focused, collaborative mindset
• Willingness to work evening shift as required

We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
• Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead
• Ability to communicate clearly and understandably ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
• Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and /or fingers.
• Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses, Contacts, etc.)
• Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as hard-hat, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, laboratory coat and/or any other devices or equipment that is required.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.
• Ability to move equipment or items up to 50 lbs.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.

Additional Information

Compensation is aligned with market standards for the region and tailored to individual qualifications and experience.

What It’s Like to Work Here:

• Teamwork: experience what being a part of the Eurofins-EAG community feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
• **Learning & Development: **take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.
• **Diversity & Authenticity: **we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

_ Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:_

✓ Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

✓ 401k Company Matching

✓ Paid Time Off

✓ Wellness Program

✓ Education Assistance

✓ …and more!

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today!

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all of our employment practices. Eurofins EAG Laboratories recruits, hires, trains, promotes and administers all employment-related matters based on an individual's qualifications, abilities, and efforts. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, military and/or protected veteran status, and/or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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