Laboratory Analyst ICP

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.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
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