analytical chemist

Kemetco Research; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global research consultancy based in Richmond is seeking a qualified candidate to conduct research on chemical formulations and processes. Responsibilities include analyzing chemical compounds and participating in interdisciplinary projects. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. This position requires onsite work only, offering benefits like health and dental plans.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge.
• Experience in analytical chemistry and chemical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to develop new chemical formulations and processes.
• Analyze, synthesize, purify, modify and characterize chemical compounds.
• Participate in interdisciplinary R&D projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Team player

Environmental assessment

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Python

Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB)

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to develop new chemical formulations and processes
• Devise new technical applications of industrial chemicals and compounds
• Analyze, synthesize, purify, modify and characterize chemical or biochemical compounds
• Conduct research into the synthesis and properties of chemical compounds and the mechanisms of chemical reactions
• Participate in interdisciplinary research and development projects
• Provide clients with information
• Conduct research in biotechnology to discover, develop and refine, and evaluate new products
• Use techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, physical and chemical separation techniques and microscopy

Experience and specialization

• Resource usage and environmental studies

Environmental assessment and monitoring

• Environmental assessment and monitoring
• Industrial waste treatment

Analytical techniques

• Chromatography
• Instrumentation
• Particles, surface and colloid chemistry

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Python
• Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB)
• Microsoft Visio

Technical experience

• Chemical analysis

Additional Sector Experience

• Mineral resources and/or mining

Specialization in chemistry

• Electrochemistry
• Spectroscopy

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
• Analytical chemistry
• Chemical engineering
• Environmental chemistry

Area of specialization

• Pulp and paper industry chemicals

Additional information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Team player

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan