Analytical Chemist - Raw Materials (Onsite, 1st Shift)

Mykelly; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mykelly is seeking a Raw Material Analyst/Chemist in Summit, NJ to join a leading consumer health and beauty company. The role focuses on analytical testing, raw material release testing, and preparing documentation in a regulated lab setting.

Ideal candidates have a chemistry or chemical engineering background with 0–3 years of experience, hands-on instrumentation (HPLC/UPLC/GC/FT-IR/UV-VIS), and strong attention to detail to support product specifications and change controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• 0–3 years of relevant laboratory or analytical experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience with analytical testing and instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately interpret analytical results.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing technical reports and laboratory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform raw material release testing and other analytical testing for cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.
• Conduct instrumental and wet chemistry testing using analytical laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• Analyze and critically evaluate test results to ensure accurate and reliable data.
• Utilize instrumentation such as HPLC, UPLC, GC, FT-IR, and UV/VIS as applicable.
• Prepare detailed reports and summaries of analytical results for project leadership.
• Compile and organize centralized analytical data and reports.
• Support technical documentation and author analytical documentation as needed.
• Manage assigned laboratory workload to meet project timelines and deliverables.
• Provide analytical support for activities impacting product specifications and change controls.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with applicable procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

UPLC

GC

FT-IR

UV/VIS

Job description

Mykelly is seeking a Raw Material Analyst/Chemist in Summit, NJ to join a leading consumer health and beauty company. The role focuses on analytical testing, raw material release testing, and preparing documentation in a regulated lab setting.

Ideal candidates have a chemistry or chemical engineering background with 0–3 years of experience, hands-on instrumentation (HPLC/UPLC/GC/FT-IR/UV-VIS), and strong attention to detail to support product specifications and change controls.