Laboratory Analyst, Legionella
Company: Eurofins USA Environment Testing
Location: Naperville
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company Description Eurofins
Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a
unique range of analytical testing services to clients across
multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer,
healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water
you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work
with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they
supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is
accurate. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that
contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and
to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and
ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network
of Eurofins companies. Job Description Eurofins Built Environment
Testing is proactively seeking an analyst to join our Naperville
site. The Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples
according to scientific methodology in compliance with company
Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s, and must be knowledgeable of
both job-specific routine and complex analyses. The analyst
validates and reviews data for accuracy, and uploads laboratory
data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports to
clients. Schedules sample workload according to due dates and
sample hold times, and must be knowledgeable of the job-specific
laboratory testing equipment, requiring the exercise of discretion
and judgment in its operation. Analyst responsibilities include,
but are not limited to, the following : Must be comfortable working
with asbestos, mold and legionella samples Prepare and analyze
environmental samples Accurately enters and reports analytical data
using the LIMS Performs independent data reviews for other
analysts’ work Performs analysis of reference materials,
proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed
Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed
Assists the QA manager in development, implementation and data
collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests
Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services
personnel Performs and completes all analytical testing QA related
tasks as needed Assists in pursuing, receiving and maintaining
necessary laboratory accreditations Maintains and updates all
necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary
Co-ordinates and manages projects according to their rush status
and due time for timely delivery Assists co-workers on analytical
questions, as necessary Participates in Lean initiatives and
projects when called upon Follows company policies and procedures
Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and
laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order
supplies as needed Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed
Trains new mycology, asbestos or geology analytical testing
analysts as needed Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as
necessary Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and
reference samples Performs root cause analysis and determines and
implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary
Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all
equipment used in the laboratory, as needed Routinely communicates
available capacity to Regional Manager Other responsibilities as
deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager Qualifications
Qualifications Basic Minimum Qualifications : BS or BA in a closely
related science 1- 2 years of previous experience with Asbestos,
Mycology, Forensic Sciences or Geology testing services within a
laboratory setting. Professional working proficiency in English is
a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in
English Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely
without restriction or sponsorship The ideal candidate would
possess : Environmental methodologies within Asbestos, Mycology,
Forsensic Science or Geology General regulatory requirements
Analytical laboratory techniques Laboratory QA requirements
Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and databases Strong
computer, scientific, and organizational skills Additional
Information Position Pay Range starts at $17.75/hr based on
experience Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a
compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base
salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience
and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business section, and
geographic location As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of
a company that has received national recognition as a great place
to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including
comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance,
401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental
and vision options. We support your development! Do you feel you
don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply
anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career
development. We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies
believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an
Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against
employees or applications based on gender identity and/or
expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation,
disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins
companies unique. Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our
way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025,
through a combination of emission reduction and compensation
initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make
sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their
initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to
help us to achieve this goal! Find out more in our career page:
https://careers.eurofins.com/ Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and
Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
employer. Eurofins Environment Testing Businesses in the US are
routinely engaged in Federal Contracts. Federal Government
vaccination mandates may apply to staff working in these
businesses. Successful applicants may be required to confirm
vaccination status or demonstrate eligibility for medical or
religious exemptions prior to commencing employment. In addition,
certain positions require travel for which vaccination is required
in accordance with Eurofins policy. Eurofins USA Environment
Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity
employer.
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