Senior Laboratory Analyst / Technician

About the Opportunity

Designworks Talent is recruiting on behalf of a specialized analytical laboratory in the Phoenix metropolitan area. We are seeking a hands-on laboratory professional with experience in analytical chemistry, sample preparation, and instrumental analysis. Depending on qualifications, candidates may be considered for a Laboratory Technician or Senior Laboratory Analyst position.

Professionals from environmental testing, forensic toxicology, pharmaceutical analysis, veterinary diagnostics, and related laboratory settings are encouraged to apply. Direct experience in animal toxicology is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare biological samples, including urine and blood specimens, for analytical testing.
• Perform liquid-liquid extraction, wet chemistry, and other sample preparation procedures.
• Conduct routine screening and confirmation testing using established analytical methods.
• Operate and maintain liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), including triple quadrupole systems.
• Work with Agilent instrumentation and associated analytical software.
• Prepare reagents, standards, calibration solutions, and quality control samples.
• Maintain accurate sample records, laboratory documentation, and test results.
• Follow quality assurance and quality control procedures consistent with ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
• Perform routine calibration, instrument maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Support daily laboratory operations and learn new methods, equipment, and software as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Experience with wet chemistry, sample preparation, or extraction techniques.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment, analytical procedures, and quality control practices.
• Strong attention to detail, reproducibility, and accurate documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small-team setting.
• Willingness to learn specialized testing methods and analytical instrumentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with liquid-liquid extraction of biological, environmental, or chemical samples.
• Experience with LC-MS/MS (triple quadrupole mass spectrometry) or comparable analytical instrumentation.
• Familiarity with Agilent instrumentation and analytical software.
• Background in environmental testing, forensic toxicology, pharmaceutical analysis, veterinary diagnostics, or analytical chemistry.
• Experience in an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited or other regulated laboratory.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, forensic science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant laboratory experience.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Apply and expand your analytical chemistry and instrumentation skills in a specialized laboratory.
• Work directly with modern LC-MS/MS technology and established quality procedures.
• Join a collaborative, hands-on laboratory team.
• Maintain a regular Monday-Friday, approximately 40-hour workweek.
• Employer-paid medical insurance premiums.

Compensation and Location

• Annual compensation is approximately $80,000, depending on education, technical skills, and relevant experience.
• This is a fully onsite position in the Phoenix metropolitan area.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, approximately 40 hours per week.