Chemist

Responsibilities:

• Support laboratory studies by receiving, weighing, preparing, and extracting samples for analytical testing.
• Perform routine laboratory tasks including solution preparation, sample processing, aliquotting, and extraction in accordance with established protocols.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation such as liquid chromatography systems, gas chromatographs, mass spectrometers, centrifuges, balances, and automated liquid handling equipment.
• Assist with day-to-day laboratory operations including sample shipment coordination, receiving and logging samples, and managing laboratory consumables.
• Accurately document laboratory activities and results while maintaining organized, detailed, and compliant records.
• Utilize Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) to manage sample tracking and data entry.
• Collaborate with scientists and technical staff to support laboratory workflows and maintain instrument performance.
• Prioritize tasks effectively to meet project timelines in a fast-paced analytical laboratory environment.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and established quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline (BS preferred).
• Foundational understanding of analytical chemistry and general laboratory techniques.
• Experience with bench chemistry, including sample preparation, extraction, and clean-up techniques.
• Familiarity with liquid chromatography (LC/HPLC) instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to generate accurate, reliable data.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented laboratory environment.