Laboratory & EHS Specialist

As a Laboratory & EHS Specialist at Avnos, you will play a pivotal role by managing laboratory operations, conducting experiments, and ensuring compliance with environmental health and safety (EHS) protocols. Your responsibilities include maintaining laboratory instruments, performing quality control validations, managing inventory, developing EHS training materials, and ensuring comprehensive documentation of all experiments. Your work will directly impact the successful market introduction of our carbon capture technology.

To apply for the Laboratory & EHS Specialist position at Avnos, you should have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM field and at least 5 years of hands-on experience in laboratory environments. A proven ability to develop EHS education and familiarity with HAZOP reviews of laboratory operations is highly desired. Your detail-oriented nature and effective communication skills will be vital for success in this role.

The Laboratory & EHS Specialist at Avnos contributes to our goals by integrating safety measures into laboratory processes and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility. By ensuring that experiments are performed according to safety standards and that EHS protocols are effectively implemented, you help create an environment conducive to innovation while minimizing risks associated with carbon capture technology.

The work environment for the Laboratory & EHS Specialist at Avnos is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovation-driven. You will work closely with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and technical operators who are all dedicated to tackling formidable challenges in climate technology. Our culture encourages open communication and creative problem-solving, welcoming various perspectives to drive progress.

As a Laboratory & EHS Specialist at Avnos, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package that includes unlimited PTO, full medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, a 401K plan, equity options, and home office accommodations. Additionally, Avnos values work-life balance and offers generous parental leave, ensuring that our team members feel supported both professionally and personally.

In answering this question, highlight specific laboratory techniques and instruments you have worked with in the past. Discuss how your experience aligns with the responsibilities of the Laboratory & EHS Specialist at Avnos, emphasizing your attention to detail and your ability to manage multiple laboratory tasks simultaneously.

To effectively answer this question, discuss your familiarity with EHS guidelines and your past experiences developing training materials or leading compliance initiatives. Provide examples of how you have implemented safety protocols in laboratory settings, ensuring that all colleagues adhere to the established safety measures.

When responding, illustrate your methodical approach to documentation, including the tools and practices you utilize to maintain organized records. Explain how accurate documentation impacts experimental outcomes and enhances safety protocols within a laboratory, especially in the context of your potential role at Avnos.

In your answer, choose a relevant challenge that showcases your problem-solving skills and technical expertise. Describe the context, the specific steps you took to address the issue, and the outcome. Highlight how your actions led to improved laboratory operations or compliance, making it relatable to the expectations at Avnos.

Answer this question by outlining your prioritization strategy, such as assessing project deadlines, resources required, and potential impacts on overall laboratory operations. Emphasize your ability to remain organized and effective under pressure, as well as how this skill will benefit you at Avnos.

Discuss the importance of collaboration in achieving successful laboratory outcomes. Illustrate your experience working in diverse teams and how you foster an environment of trust and open communication, ensuring that all team members can contribute effectively to achieve shared goals at Avnos.

When addressing this question, share your approach to conflict resolution, focusing on effective communication and problem-solving. Provide examples of how you have navigated disagreements in the past to arrive at a solution beneficial for all parties involved, showcasing your adaptability and team-oriented mindset.

In your response, describe any direct experience you have had performing HAZOP reviews, focusing on your understanding of risk management in laboratory environments. Discuss how this experience equips you to contribute effectively to safety reviews at Avnos, aligning with their focus on EHS standards.

Choose an example that showcases your initiative and ability to influence safety culture in a laboratory setting. Detail the steps you took to develop and implement the protocol, and the impact it had on overall safety performance. Relate it to Avnos’ commitment to safety and excellence.

In your answer, express your passion for sustainability and innovative technology, as well as how Avnos' mission aligns with your personal values. Discuss your enthusiasm for being part of a diverse team committed to impactful work and share insights on how your skills can contribute to their goals in carbon capture technology.