About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level laboratory role supports environmental water-quality testing and data management in a professional analytical chemistry lab. You will run routine chemical analyses, maintain instruments and records, and help ensure data quality using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and standard software tools.

• Perform routine chemical analyses of water quality samples using approved methods and instruments (auto analyzers, titrimetric methods, direct-reading devices, spectrophotometers).
• Prepare reagents, standards, and analytical sample queues with precision.
• Load and validate data in LIMS and use Excel for data handling and reporting.
• Record and document quality control and quality assurance activities; support trend analysis and parameter relationships.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments; coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Receive, log, and stage incoming samples; reconcile physical samples with electronic records and correct field data reports as required.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, limnology, botany, zoology, environmental science, or related field — chemistry preferred.
• Comparable professional experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
• Familiarity with laboratory best practices, basic analytical instrumentation, and spreadsheet/LIMS workflows is highly desirable.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, wear required PPE, and safely handle hazardous chemicals.

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Working Conditions

• Work primarily in a laboratory environment; use of lab coat, gloves, and eye protection as required by the Chemical Hygiene Plan and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Tasks may require standing for extended periods, working in fume hoods, and lifting/carrying coolers or equipment.
• Position involves handling toxic or hazardous chemicals; adherence to safety protocols is mandatory.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Salary Range: $46,800.00 - $58,489.60 (starting pay based on qualifications and experience).
• Benefits include retirement plan participation, paid parental leave, health, dental and life insurance, long-term disability, paid leave and holidays, professional development, wellness programs, and eligibility for public service student loan forgiveness programs.

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Additional Details & Compliance

• This position is subject to mandatory drug testing consistent with Section 440.102, Florida Statutes. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing a drug screening paid for by the Confidential Client.
• The Confidential Client participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility, and hires in compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws.
• Preference may be given to certain service members, veterans, and their spouses/family members where applicable.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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