Analytical Chemist I – GC/MS Specialist

Battelle; Dugway (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compressed work schedule

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Battelle seeks a Chemist I to join our team at the WDTC in Utah, supporting government laboratory chemistry and analytical operations. The role requires a degree in chemistry, physical science, or engineering and hands-on lab experience, with proficiency in GC, spectroscopy, and QA/QC practices.

You will work with toxic materials and operate advanced instrumentation, diagnose issues, and implement methods under guidance. Flexibility for shifts and a strong safety mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry, physical science, or engineering with lab experience.
• Ability to generate, evaluate data and design experiments.
• Proficient with gas chromatography, spectroscopy, or analytical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of QA/QC procedures and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Work with or around highly toxic materials.
• Operate analytical instrumentation (GC, MS).
• Diagnose instrument problems and perform routine repairs.
• Resolve instrumentation issues following QC procedures.
• Apply methods as directed by senior staff and document results.

Skills

Gas chromatography

Spectroscopy

Data analysis

Laboratory experience

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, physical science, or engineering

Tools

Solid Sorbent Tube (SST) samplers

MINICAMS Operator certification

Job description

Battelle seeks a Chemist I to join our team at the WDTC in Utah, supporting government laboratory chemistry and analytical operations. The role requires a degree in chemistry, physical science, or engineering and hands-on lab experience, with proficiency in GC, spectroscopy, and QA/QC practices.

You will work with toxic materials and operate advanced instrumentation, diagnose issues, and implement methods under guidance. Flexibility for shifts and a strong safety mindset are essential.