Analytical Chemist

CPS Inc.; Glenview (IL); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

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Benefits available

Descripción de la vacante

CPS Inc. seeks an Analytical Chemist to perform analytical testing and research supporting flavor, fragrance, and quality control efforts.

You will operate instruments such as GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, and HPLC systems, analyze data, and prepare technical reports for internal and external stakeholders. Qualified candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field, with 3+ years of analytical experience and hands-on instrument proficiency.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• 3+ years of analytical chemistry experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant laboratory experience.
• Hands‑on experience operating and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation, including GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, HPLC-UV, HPLC-RI, HPLC/MS, SPME, headspace analysis, and thermal desorption techniques.
• Proficiency with laboratory software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ChemStation, MassHunter, AMDIS, and NIST software is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct analytical testing and research to support flavor, fragrance, and quality control initiatives, including selecting analytical methods, preparing samples, operating laboratory instrumentation, analyzing and interpreting results, preparing reports, and communicating findings.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and assist with troubleshooting analytical instrumentation, including GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, and HPLC systems.
• Support the development, optimization, and validation of analytical methods, chromatographic techniques, and sampling procedures.
• Participate in sensory and organoleptic evaluations as required by project teams.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional departments, including Research & Development, Quality Control, Sales, and customer‑facing teams.
• Create, organize, and maintain electronic and hard‑copy laboratory records and product documentation.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and coordinate the ordering of chemicals, supplies, and instrument consumables.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment while adhering to established safety policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance programs, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, SQF, Kosher, Halal, FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, DEA, FSMA, and other applicable standards.

Conocimientos

Analytical chemistry

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Laboratory software

Educación

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

ChemStation experience

Herramientas

GC-FID

GC-MS

LC-MS

HPLC-UV

HPLC-RI

HPLC/MS

SPME

Headspace analysis

Thermal desorption

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

The Analytical Chemist is responsible for conducting analytical testing and research, evaluating and interpreting laboratory data, preparing technical reports, and communicating findings to internal and external stakeholders. This role requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments while maintaining a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct analytical testing and research to support flavor, fragrance, and quality control initiatives, including selecting analytical methods, preparing samples, operating laboratory instrumentation, analyzing and interpreting results, preparing reports, and communicating findings.

Operate, calibrate, maintain, and assist with troubleshooting analytical instrumentation, including GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, and HPLC systems.

Support the development, optimization, and validation of analytical methods, chromatographic techniques, and sampling procedures.

Participate in sensory and organoleptic evaluations as required by project teams.

Collaborate with cross‑functional departments, including Research & Development, Quality Control, Sales, and customer‑facing teams.

Create, organize, and maintain electronic and hard‑copy laboratory records and product documentation.

Monitor laboratory inventory and coordinate the ordering of chemicals, supplies, and instrument consumables.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment while adhering to established safety policies and applicable regulatory requirements.

Support quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance programs, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, SQF, Kosher, Halal, FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT, DEA, FSMA, and other applicable standards.

Salary

$90,000 - $110,000

Benefits

Available

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, or a related scientific discipline.

3+ years of analytical chemistry experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant laboratory experience.

Hands‑on experience operating and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation, including GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, HPLC-UV, HPLC-RI, HPLC/MS, SPME, headspace analysis, and thermal desorption techniques.

Proficiency with laboratory software and Microsoft Office applications.

Experience with ChemStation, MassHunter, AMDIS, and NIST software is preferred.