GC Analyst I - Laboratories

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As a GC Analyst I in our Durham, NC lab,, you’ll support multiple projects by analyzing environmental samples by Gas Chromatography. Your data goes into client reports that help industry and government clients demonstrate regulatory compliance and make informed decisions about their environmental impact. You’ll have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients, and you’ll be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

This is the entry point of our analyst career path. As you are trained on additional assays and show growing independence in QA/QC, data review, and troubleshooting, you can advance to Analyst II and beyond.

The compensation range for this role is $21.00 to $26.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, with occasional split shift and/or weekend duties

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

Quantitative sample analysis by Gas Chromatography using a variety of detectors

Preparation of data summaries for inclusion in client reports

Sample and standard preparation

Instrument calibration and validation

Instrument maintenance and troubleshooting

Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis, equipment maintenance, and data collected off site

Maintaining consumables and parts for instruments

Participating in process improvement projects to increase the efficiency or accuracy of analyses

Supporting method development aimed at analytical optimization and validating sampling approaches for clients

Communicating relevant updates to applicable people in a timely manner

Compliance with Onterris’ Quality Assurance Program and other policies

Compliance with Onterris’ Health and Safety Plan

Performing other duties as assigned

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

Required

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge of analytical methods, analytical instruments, general lab practices, and lab safety

Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills

Preferred

Prior GC experience or training on one or more assays

Working knowledge of ChemStation software

Experience with a LIMS

You’ll do well here if you can

Work on non-routine samples with guidance

Work on multiple batches with minimal supervisor instruction as your training progresses

Routinely meet QA/QC requirements for assigned assays once trained

Keep documentation, timeliness, and throughput in line with laboratory standards

Perform routine instrument maintenance and basic troubleshooting

Explain how the instrument operates and the chemistry behind the assays you perform

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.

Sitting, standing, and walking

Lifting 50 pounds several times a day

Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds

Works in a laboratory environment

May be exposed to hot and cold environments

May occasionally work shifts up to 12 hours in duration

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Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.