Analyst I - Wet Chemistry

SGS; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Analyst in New Jersey to conduct routine analytical studies of samples under supervision, performing preparation, digestion, and extraction with and without instrumentation following SOPs. You will assist in reporting client test results, calibration, and method development efforts as needed.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field and 0–2 years in analytical labs, with experience in wet chemistry including XRD, ICP, and particle

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related Science discipline.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories.
• Experience in wet chemistry techniques including Particle size analysis, XRD analysis, ICP analysis, titration assays.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision conducts routine analytical studies of samples, preparation, extraction, and digestion with and without instrumentation following official methods and SOPs.
• Assists in preparation, submission and filing reports on client sample tests, correlation tests, calibration, validation and other projects.
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments/equipment.
• May assist / gets exposure to development of analytical methods, SOPs and other documents for method development, transfer, and validation studies.
• Assists with investigation and preparation of responses to client inquiries.
• Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support laboratory functions/operations.
• Maintains Laboratory Notebook.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Wet Chemistry

Instrument maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

Tools

XRD

ICP

Particle Size Analysis

Job description

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job Description

• Under direct supervision conducts routine analytical studies of samples, preparation, extraction, and digestion with and without the use of instrumentation following official methods and laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols.
• Assists in preparation, submission and filing reports on client sample tests, correlation tests, calibration, validation and other projects.
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and trouble-shoots laboratory instruments / equipment.
• May assist / gets exposure to development of the analytical methods, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other operating, safety and quality documents for method development, transfer, and validation studies.
• Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries.
• Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.
• Maintains Laboratory Notebook.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related Science discipline
• 0-2 years of years’ relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories
• Experience in wet chemistry techniques including Particle size analysis, XRD analysis, ICP analysis, titration assays

Additional Information

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs
• Wealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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