Senior Laboratory Analyst / Technician

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
•  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.
•  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.

Requirements

•  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

•  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.

Pay

Annual compensation is approximately $80,000, depending on education, technical skills, and relevant experience.

Benefits

•  Join a collaborative, hands-on laboratory team.
•  Maintain a regular Monday–Friday, approximately 40-hour workweek.
•  Employer-paid medical insurance premiums.

• This is a fully onsite position in the Phoenix metropolitan area.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, approximately 40 hours per week.