Organics Technical Specialist

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.  Imagine your future with us! At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you become part of a purpose‑ and values‑driven organization that empowers innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Our global team brings passion and commitment every day—continually challenging conventional thinking to solve some of the world’s most complex problems and contribute to a safer, healthier world. Hourly Rate: $32 Position Summary The Organics Technical Specialist is a site‑based technical leader providing regional support for organic analytical methods and instrumentation across ALS laboratories. This role is responsible for supporting method development, optimization, and implementation while ensuring consistent analytical performance, regulatory compliance, and technical alignment across the region. The Specialist serves as a subject‑matter expert across multiple organic platforms, including GC‑MS, GC‑MS/MS, GC‑ECD, GC‑FID, and LC‑MS/MS. This position leads method modernization efforts, supports troubleshooting and training, and coordinates execution of technical initiatives. During periods without active development projects, the Specialist provides hands‑on analytical and data review support to maintain laboratory productivity and quality. Primary Responsibilities Site & Regional Technical Leadership Serve as the primary technical resource for organic analytical methods across the site and assigned regional laboratories Provide day‑to‑day technical guidance to laboratory management, supervisors, and analysts Act as an escalation point for complex analytical, method, and instrumentation issues Support deployment and implementation of ALS technical and quality initiatives at the regional level Identify and communicate opportunities for method improvement, standardization, and efficiency Method Development & Implementation Lead and support development, modification, and implementation of organic analytical methods across GC and LC platforms Focus on modernization and expansion of capabilities including emerging contaminants, low‑level detection, and improved throughput Design and execute method validation, verification, and equivalency studies in compliance with EPA, client, and accreditation requirements Evaluate new technologies, columns, extraction techniques, and workflows to enhance laboratory capabilities Document method development efforts through validation summaries, SOP updates, and technical reports Method & Instrument Ownership Own assigned organic methods and instrumentation, including GC‑MS, GC‑MS/MS, GC‑ECD, GC‑FID, and LC‑MS/MS systems Ensure methods are maintained, optimized, and consistently executed across laboratories Monitor instrument and method performance metrics to identify trends and implement corrective actions Support configuration optimization including chromatography conditions, ionization parameters, detector settings, and acquisition methods Troubleshooting & Technical Performance Lead advanced troubleshooting efforts for chromatographic, mass spectral, and method performance issues Address challenges related to sensitivity, interferences, carryover, calibration performance, and compound identification Provide technical support for complex data interpretation and reprocessing decisions Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data quality, robustness, and efficiency Analytical & Data Review Support Perform organic analyses during periods without active technical projects to support laboratory throughput Assist with data review, QC evaluation, and technical validation for GC and LC‑based methods Provide expert judgment for complex identification, integration, and QC issues Ensure all analytical work meets quality system, regulatory, and client requirements Training & Staff Development Deliver technical training across organic platforms, including GC‑MS, GC‑MS/MS, GC‑ECD, GC‑FID, and LC‑MS/MS Support onboarding and skill development of analysts and technical staff Provide hands‑on coaching in troubleshooting, method execution, and data interpretation Promote standardization and best practices across laboratories Quality, Compliance & Accreditation Support Ensure all organic methods comply with EPA, state, client, and accreditation requirements (TNI/NELAC, DoD ELAP, etc.) Support internal audits, external assessments, and client data package reviews Assist with technical root cause analysis, corrective actions, and audit responses Partner with QA to maintain data integrity and consistent application of quality standards Collaboration & Communication Work closely with Laboratory Operations, QA, and regional leadership Communicate technical risks, progress updates, and implementation plans clearly and effectively Document technical decisions, deviations, and corrective actions in a defensible and transparent manner Foster a collaborative, technically rigorous environment across the region Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of organic analytical chemistry and environmental laboratory practices Strong expertise across multiple platforms: GC‑MS, GC‑MS/MS, GC‑ECD, GC‑FID, and LC‑MS/MS Deep understanding of EPA organic methods (e.g., 8270, 8081/8082, 8015, 625, PFAS methods, pesticides, VOC/SVOC) Demonstrated ability to lead method development, validation, and troubleshooting efforts Strong chromatographic and mass spectral interpretation skills Ability to balance technical leadership with hands‑on laboratory support Excellent documentation, analytical reasoning, and communication skills Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (Master’s preferred) Minimum of six (6) to eight (8) years of expe