chemistry researcher

Government of Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Montreal seeks a qualified candidate to analyze and research chemical compounds. Candidates must have an earned doctorate degree and experience in analytical techniques. This position requires on-site work without remote options and offers benefits, including health care and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Paid time off

Free parking

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy.
• Knowledge of industrial processes and product development.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, synthesize, purify, modify and characterize chemical or biochemical compounds.
• Conduct research into the synthesis and properties of chemical compounds.

Skills

Bilingual

Excellent oral communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Analytical

Creativity

Education

Earned doctorate degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Database software

Job description

Overview Languages

Bilingual

Education

• Earned doctorate 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.

Work setting

• Urban area
• Research institute, laboratory or centre

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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

Experience and specialization Analytical techniques

• Chromatography
• Physical separation techniques

Computer and technology knowledge

• Database software
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• MS Windows

Industrial processes and products experience

• Product development

Specialization in chemistry

• Spectroscopy
• Synthetic

Area of specialization

• Organic chemistry
• Medical chemistry

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Analytical
• Creativity

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program