Analyst

Job Opportunity

Open Date: August 25, 2008
Close Date: September 30, 2008

Job ID: TM002
Location: Burnaby, BC
Department: Trace Metals
Status: Full-time

Job Description:

The Analyst will primarily be responsible for carrying out analyses of environmental samples for trace elements using Inductively Coupled Argon Plasma - Mass Spectrometry (ICPMS).

Specific Responsibilities:

• Prepares samples using procedures described in the test methods. Creates a ‘batch’ in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) before initiating the analysis, when applicable.
• Performs instrumental and non-instrumental analysis using procedures described in the test methods, without modification, and carries out analysis or operations (only if that procedure or operations is documented).
• Carries out quality control procedures and recognizes when data is unacceptable using guidelines stated in the test methods or in the department’s standard operating procedures.
• Prepares reagents, standard stock solutions, etc., and calibration standards as required.
• Carries out routine maintenance and calibration of instruments and maintains documentation.
• Interprets data, calculates final results and enters data into the LIMS or into other computerized systems.
• Assists with training of new employees.
• Maintains the laboratory areas in a clean and tidy manner.
• Monitors supply levels required and ensures they are adequate to meet operational goals.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as required.

Job Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of ICPMS technique
• At least 3 years experience as ICPMS analyst preferably in environmental lab setting
• Experience with multi-element method development
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience working in high throughput lab environment

To apply for this position, please email your resume to careers@cantest.com.