Position Title: Chemist II
Work Location: North Chicago, IL 60064
Assignment Duration: 24 Months
Work Arrangement: Onsite
 
Position Summary:
Seeking an Analytical Laboratory Professional to support laboratory operations and analytical testing for EPA and AIHA accredited programs.
This role requires a strong foundation in Occupational Hygiene or Environmental Analyses, along with hands-on experience in advanced analytical techniques and a commitment to quality, compliance, and scientific excellence.
 
Background & Context:
The Organization is seeking an Analytical Laboratory Professional to support laboratory operations and analytical testing for EPA and AIHA accredited programs.
 
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform analytical testing in support of occupational hygiene and environmental laboratory programs.
• Analyze, document, and troubleshoot assays using HPLC, LC/MS, GC, GC/MS, ELISA, and related techniques.
• Perform method development, optimization, validation, and verification.
• Conduct analysis of large molecule samples and complex matrices as required.
• Maintain quality system compliance, standard operating procedures, and alignment with accreditation policies.
• Ensure data integrity through accurate documentation, review, and reporting of results.
• Participate in investigations, deviation assessments, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive action activities.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders across scientific, quality, and operational functions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and support the application of innovative tools, including generative AI, where appropriate and compliant.
 
Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Occupational Hygiene, or a related scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in occupational hygiene, environmental analysis, or a related analytical laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following platforms: liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, gas chromatography, ELISA, and large molecule analysis.
• Working knowledge of GxP principles and quality systems management.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance and data integrity.
• Experience working in a regulated laboratory or quality-driven environment.
• Familiarity with method development and validation.
• Exposure to data analysis tools, automation, or emerging technologies supporting laboratory efficiency.
• Experience applying generative AI tools in a scientific or operational context.
• Scientific rigor and analytical excellence
• Quality and compliance mindset
• Collaboration and accountability
• Continuous improvement orientation
• Effective communication and documentation 
 
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: $ 33.00/hr.