Analytical Chemist: ICP/IC & Corrosion Lab Expert

Quaker Houghton; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Quaker Houghton is seeking an Analytical Chemist to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses in support of current and new products. You will work with ICP-OES/ICP-MS, IC, wet chemical methods and corrosion testing to generate accurate data and support product reliability.

The role involves data interpretation, method development and cross-functional collaboration with R&D, manufacturing and customers. Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years hands-on experience with ICP-OES/ICP-MS, IC and wet chemical analysis.
• Experience with corrosion testing (e.g., SST/CCT) and SEM/EDS.
• Strong data interpretation, instrument calibration and analytical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform ICP analyses with calibration, method optimization and troubleshooting.
• Conduct ion chromatography for impurity tracking and formulation control.
• Execute wet chemistry titrations, acid/base analysis and gravimetric tests.
• Carry out corrosion testing including weight-loss and electrochemical methods.
• Prepare samples via digestion, dilution, filtration and extraction per SOPs.
• Interpret data and communicate findings clearly to teams.
• Develop and refine analytical and corrosion testing methods for new products.
• Maintain documentation, logs and ISO/GLP compliance.
• Support R&D, manufacturing and customers with analytical insights.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and coordinate vendor service.
• Operate SEM/EDS and capture images; ensure preventive maintenance.

Skills

ICP-OES/ICP-MS

Ion Chromatography

Wet chemical analysis

Corrosion testing

SEM/EDS

Sample preparation

Data interpretation

Method development

Quality & compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field

Job description

Quaker Houghton is seeking an Analytical Chemist to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses in support of current and new products. You will work with ICP-OES/ICP-MS, IC, wet chemical methods and corrosion testing to generate accurate data and support product reliability.

The role involves data interpretation, method development and cross-functional collaboration with R&D, manufacturing and customers. Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills are essential.