Analytical Chemist I — Extraction & Method Optimization

OMIC USA Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OMIC USA, Inc. is an international analytical laboratory serving global food, health, and safety clients. The Chemist 1 role focuses on performing sample extractions, documenting reagents and standards, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate, timely results in a fast-paced lab environment.

The position emphasizes safety, adherence to SOPs, and continuous improvement of extraction processes, with opportunities to contribute to method development and QC checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science from a four-year college or university, or equivalent.
• Experience with sample preparation, extraction, and bench chemistry techniques.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Performs sample extractions per SOPs.
• Documents reagents and analytical standards per SOPs.
• Operates lab equipment (pH meters, centrifuges, balances, etc.).
• Notifies supervisor of equipment issues and deviations from procedures.
• Maintains clean, safe working environment; follows safety rules.

Skills

Sample preparation

Extraction techniques

Bench chemistry

Equipment maintenance

Improvement initiatives

Learning initiatives

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Office & Adobe Acrobat

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

pH meters

Centrifuges

Balances

Vacuum pumps

Water baths

Freezers

Pipettes

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

OMIC USA, Inc. is an international analytical laboratory serving global food, health, and safety clients. The Chemist 1 role focuses on performing sample extractions, documenting reagents and standards, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate, timely results in a fast-paced lab environment.

The position emphasizes safety, adherence to SOPs, and continuous improvement of extraction processes, with opportunities to contribute to method development and QC checks.