Our Talent Advisors were engaged to recruit a Lab Analyst for an environmental laboratory. The client sought a qualified professional with GCMS and ICPMS instrumentation expertise, a strong environmental background, and proven proficiency in EPA methodologies.

Client Profile

Our client is an engineering and geotechnical professional services firm with full analytical, environmental, and materials testing capabilities located in Illinois. They provide a unique ecosystem of engineering, testing, and consulting services under one roof, which allows for comprehensive project support. They maintain multiple testing certifications and credentials. Most pertinent to Illinois roadway projects are their Illinois Department of Transportation certification (IDOT #IL23C1) for materials testing and National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Certification (NELAC #100463) for analytical laboratory testing. Our client utilizes standard methods and procedures primarily from ASTM, EPA, and IDOT.

Our Approach

Through our extensive candidate network and advanced technology platform, our Talent Advisors sourced an experienced Lab Analyst with ICPMS and EPA methodology expertise in the environmental sector. The candidate brought comprehensive experience in analytical report preparation, sample testing, calibration procedures, and validation protocols, along with demonstrated proficiency in laboratory instrument operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaborative development of analytical methods and SOPs. The candidate demonstrated proficiency in routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and equipment. Their previous experience included collaborative development of analytical methods, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other operational, safety, and quality documentation for method development, transfer, and validation studies. Additionally, they managed client inquiry investigations and prepared comprehensive responses. This Lab Analyst possessed strong competencies in maintaining laboratory notebook documentation and technical information systems essential to supporting laboratory functions and operations.

Client Impact

Our client struggled with a critical Lab Analyst vacancy that remained unfilled for nearly a year. They partnered with our team to find a qualified professional with both technical expertise and a strong commitment to growth within their organization. Our Talent Advisors identified an exceptional candidate whose specialized experience directly aligned with client requirements and industry demands.

The client expressed tremendous satisfaction with this strategic addition, highlighting both the candidate’s technical competencies and personality fit as key success factors. They noted that this professional was exactly what they needed to complete their small team, bringing a positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

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