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Analyst 2 - Metals

Location: 

Bedford, Nova Scotia, CA

Type of contract:  Permanent
Posting date:  Mar 6, 2026
Job offer reference:  203987

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Job Title:


Laboratory Analyst 2 - Metals

 


Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride indelivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo? If you want to make a difference and love being surroundedby the best and the brightest, Bureau Veritas Laboratories might be the place for you!
Imagine being surrounded by the brightest minds in the industry.


Bureau Veritas is looking for an


ANALYST 2 – METALS SECTION


This is a Full-Time position with Medical Benefits and Retirement Savings Plan


As an ANALYST 2, your responsibilities are:

Metals ICP-MS Instrument Analyst
Advanced laboratory position covering a variety of procedures that require knowledge of chemistry and laboratory procedures.
Responsible for the daily operation and instrumental analysis using the Agilent Collision CellICP-MS, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, workload management, and sample preparation.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures and ensure strict adherence to procedures.
Prepare samples and operate complex analytical instrumentation (Agilent ICP-MS) including routine maintenance, troubleshooting and problem solving.
Provide advice, guidance and training to Lab Tech and Analyst I staff on the methods used within the department.
Ensure analytical records and all required logs are properly completed, labelled and filed.
Meet quality and turnaround time specifications required by the client and ensuresamples are analyzed within holding time requirements.
Provide supervisor with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays.
Apply, adapt and modify technical procedures and methods of analysis upon approval of the Section Supervisor or Department Manager.
Compile records and perform initial data review and interpretation. Address any anomalies by agreeing on a course of corrective action with the Section Supervisor orDepartment Manager.
Maintain control charts as per QA manual requirements, monitor for failure to meet tolerances and institute remedial action immediately.
Perform simple analysis, including operation of balances and meters.
Maintain up to date maintenance records for instrumentation.
General housekeeping of laboratory and workstations.
Prepare and clean glassware required for sample analysis.Prepare samples, sub-samples and reagents. Ensure samples, extracts and standard solutions are properly labelled and stored in the appropriate location.
All other responsibilities as assigned.

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You are an ideal ANALYST 2 if you have [Minimum Requirements]:


B.Sc., technical diploma or equivalent experience
1 to 2 years of experience in Trace Metals Analysis preferred

Attributes:
Basic chemistry and laboratory practices
Knowledge of standard operating procedures and laboratory techniques that can beapplied to prepare samples in an accurate and efficient manner.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage time and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Strong computer skills (word & excel)
Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services.
When we look at Bureau Veritas, we want to see a reflection of the communities in which we work. Inclusion is about actively involving every employee’s ideas, knowledge, perspectives, approaches and styles to maximize business success. Inclusion is about ttracting new talent who will bring more diversity to our workforce, with differences inculture, professional backgrounds and beliefs.
Our purpose: shaping a world of trust.
Guaranteeing quality, ensuring Health and Safety, mitigating risks and improving performance as well as environmental protection and social responsibility … This is what Bureau Veritas is about, truly believing that it contributes to bettering society.


Blending performance & integrity, with ambition & humility, responsibility & openness, we are proud that our people
leave a mark on what they do.
We respect our people and believe in our talents.
We empower them to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of our 400,000 clients across 140 countries.
We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us, asign of trust and impact, a bond with the future, a proof of growth and development.

Being part of the BV family, is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will
Leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.
Join our talented community of scientists and experts and apply today at
https://www.bvna.com/careers

Bureau Veritas Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations that are required. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

Shaping a World of Trust

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