Analyst - Scientific 1

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Analyst - Scientific I for a 3-month contract in Ashland, VA. The role involves preparing and analyzing environmental samples using standard analytical techniques per SOPs and QA programs. The candidate should have lab experience and ICP/metals prep familiarity.

830–1700 hours, M-F, with no overtime, and a $15/hour pay rate. Ideal candidates have chemistry experience or related lab work; strong organization, time management, and ability to work with urgency are valued.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Attention to detail and problem solving are essential.
• Willingness to train and become competent on complex instrumentation is desired.
• Chemistry degree or lab experience is preferred over formal degree.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine lab tasks to gain familiarity with methods and programs.
• Conducts chemical analysis using standard techniques.
• Records and reports data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor.
• Performs routine instrument maintenance.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independent work

Instrumentation training

Education

Chemistry degree or lab experience

Tools

ICP experience

Gas chromatography

GC-MS / Mass spectrometry

Job description

Kelly is hiring an Analyst - Scientific I for one of our clients in Ashland, VA

• 3 month contract (contract only)
• The shift will be M-F daytime hours - 830 to 5 with a lunch. I can be flexible on time to a degree
• No OT
• $15/hr

Ideally, the candidate has lab experience and experience on prepping and analyzing samples. They are organized, move efficiently and effectively, and can manage time with a sense of urgency. SOP adherence is important. Have specifically ICP experience or metals prep experience would be great but it\'s a niche skill so I\'m not sure we\'ll find that quickly.

Must haves

• Multitasking and priority management ability
• Able to task switch

Ideally a chemistry degree or years of experience in the lab, a degree isn\'t needed if they have experience.

Summary

The main function of an analyst scientific is to prepare and analyze environmental samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and environmental protection methodology in compliance with quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures

Job Responsibilities

• Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices and programs
• Performs chemical analysis using standard techniques
• Records and reports data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
• Performs routine instrument maintenance

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
• Basic ability to train and become competent on complex instrumentation
• Basic ability to work independently following written or verbal instructions
• Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines-Organic preparation-Metals preparation and analysis-Gas chromatography-Gas chromatography/mass spectrometry-Radio chemistry-Wet chemistry-High resolution preparation and analysis-Low resolution preparation and analysis