National PFAS Lead

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. 

About the Position:

The National PFAS Technical Lead will strengthen and promote our PFAS capabilities and services in partnership with a national peer group of site PFAS Leads, Technical Managers, Regional Managers, Laboratory Directors & Client Services Managers across our USA business and act as a liaison between the market and ALS labs.

 The National PFAS Technical Lead, USA is responsible for leading ALS’s market position related to technical aspects of retention and growth of PFAS services and offerings in USA.  The focus of the role will be as follows: 

Specific Responsibilities:

• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
• Work with Technical Leads at each USA PFAS laboratory…
• Prioritize the practical determination and homogenization of methods…
• To ensure all duties are performed in accordance with ALS quality procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Internal Partnerships

• Work with Technical Leads at each PFAS laboratory and Client Service Managers…
• Work with laboratories to complete PFAS site assessments…
• Report agreed KPI’s (Revenue, TAT and sample counts)…
• Develop and conduct training sessions…
• Compile and maintain up-to-date information about federal and state PFAS regulations…
• Engage with other regional PFAS Technical leads and global PFAS lead.
• Work with Operations to develop new methods…
• Partnership with Technical Manager, Laboratory Directors & Senior Laboratory Staff…
• Conduct team briefings and internal learning sessions…
• Complete an annual SWOT assessment…

External Partnerships- 6-12 Month Targets

• Liaison with regulators, committees, government policy makers…
• Create an annual plan (updated quarterly as required)…
• Supporting Project Managers and Sales personnel…
• Coordinate approach and execution of technical research partnership opportunities…
• Evaluate vendor relationships and work with Procurement…

Market Share Growth

• Client Engagement – Engage with key people within the USA PFAS industry…
• Thought Leadership – Key participation in the formulation of PFAS marketing strategy…
• Internal Engagement – Partnership with Regional Managers, Laboratory Directors…
• Market knowledge – Forecast PFAS market trends…
• Competitor activity – Monitor competitor activity…

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Established professional profile and ability to self-promote…
• Proactive ‘can do’ attitude…
• Strong communication skills…
• Commitment to ‘quality without compromise’…
• Strong organization and multitasking skills…
• Established project management and stakeholder management skills…
• Experience working closely with local staff and management…
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• A strong level of computer literacy…
• Ability to absorb and retain high levels of information.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree majoring in Chemistry
• Established specialist PFAS experience obtained in testing, consulting, academic or research fields.
• Ability to travel locally and nationally as required

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift (with both hands) and/ or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/ or move heavier loads with assistance
• Must be able to stand, bend, push, pull, stoop, and crouch up to 50% of the time while performing the duties of this position
• M-F, 8-5, anchored to a location with hybrid work schedule

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. 

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. 

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities.  

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. 

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.