Experienced Gemologist
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About The Gbelin Gem Lab

The Gbelin Gem Lab was founded in 1923 as a small gemmological laboratory to examine and determine the authenticity of the stones used in Gbelins jewellery. This was a way to maintain the trust of its clients and stay true to its ideals. Since then the Gbelin Gem Lab has grown to become one of the most respected institutions of its kind in the world. A completely independent subsidiary of the Gbelin Group, the Gbelin Gem Lab uses the latest science and state-of-the-art equipment to carry out its analyses. On the basis of this it issues its highly respected Gemmological Reports, which are relied upon by famous auction houses, royal families, jewellers, gem traders, and collectors globally who are looking for unbiased, independent and absolutely trustworthy opinions about their gems

What We're Looking For

The Gbelin Gem Lab in New York is looking to hire an experienced gemmologist to join our NY team. The candidate is expected to have the following:

GIA graduate gemologist, FGA, or similar credentials

Good color analytical ability

5+ years gemmological experience related to colored stones

Experience in gemstone identification, origin determination, and treatment disclosure

Experience with gemological testing equipment and analyzing spectra from:

• FTIR
• UV-VIS
• XRF

Experience working with microscope and camera to take gemological inclusion photos

Responsibilities

• Evaluate colored gemstones, and work to determine their origin and treatment
• Evaluate colored gemstones for trade colors and various quality characteristics
• Operate XRF, UV-VIS and FTIR machines in the testing of gemstones
• Organize workflow of gemstones throughout the laboratory
• Travel to trade shows and for training domestically and internationally

Candidates must have authorization to work in the USA, and be willing to submit to a background check.

We offer comprehensive healthcare, IRA contribution matching, and above average vacation time.