Job Title: Analytical Chemist - Level 2
Location: Richmond Sherwood 
Duration: 11 months

Description:

In this role you will serve as a Lab Technician in the R&D Product Chemistry Group. This is a Global R&D support group where we use a variety of characterization techniques to understand the link between our product chemistry and product performance. In this role the candidate will be expected to support laboratory work including multi-step sample preparation, instrument operation and instrument maintenance activities. The candidate will work under the direction of a senior scientist in the R&D Products Chemistry Group.

Laboratory Method Support for Projects:

• Sample preparation for trace analysis of impurities in raw material and finished product by methods including, but not limited to high performance liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry
• Prepare data packages for interpretation by Sr. Scientist
• Use the Scientific Method to increase level of performance in focused characterization area
• Work closely with others by openly sharing ideas and experiences
• Maintain a clean working space and become increasingly sophisticated in bench-top laboratory technique(s)
• Read/Study literature on in areas of focus to advance through the learning curve (i.e. practitioner to subject matter expert)

Maintain Laboratory Tools:

• Support the routine maintenance of advanced characterization equipment such that operational compliance records guide the utility of the equipment

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all testing activities in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems
• Generate fit for purpose reports summarizing test results and conclusions under the umbrella of ‘trusted science approach’

Quality Control/ and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Always adhere to environmental health and safety (EHS) site rules and become active in one EHS sponsored committee (e.g. Industrial Hygiene)

Education

• Associates degree in Chemistry, Physics, Math, Microbiology or Engineering. Related fields will be considered

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 40.00/hr.