Analytical Technician: Physical Properties (Flexible 5×8 Schedule)

Mykelly; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mykelly seeks a Physical Properties Analytical Technician in Indianapolis to support discovery and development of crop protection products. You will operate LC/MS, plate readers, and liquid handling systems to determine physical properties of synthesized analogs and report results.

The role emphasizes high-volume experimental work, accuracy, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. This is a one-year contract with potential extension, located in NW Indianapolis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience in analytical chemistry or laboratory automation preferred.
• Experience operating LC/MS and/or HPLC instrumentation preferred.
• Familiarity with liquid handling systems, plate readers, and data analysis software preferred.
• Experience with automated liquid handlers is a plus but is not required.
• Comfortable working directly with laboratory equipment and conducting a high volume of experiments each week.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check in samples, maintain sample inventory, and ensure accurate sample tracking.
• Prepare samples and determine physical properties of synthesized analogs.
• Conduct experiments, analyze data, and publish results to designated data repositories.
• Operate and maintain liquid handling systems, LC/MS instrumentation, and plate readers.
• Perform routine laboratory instrument upkeep, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Support the implementation of new laboratory workflows, assay development, and optimization.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams to solve problems and support project objectives.
• Maintain strong attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency when preparing samples, conducting experiments, and reporting results.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

LC/MS experience

HPLC operation

Liquid handling

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

LC/MS instrumentation

HPLC instrumentation

Plate readers

Automated liquid handlers

Job description

Mykelly seeks a Physical Properties Analytical Technician in Indianapolis to support discovery and development of crop protection products. You will operate LC/MS, plate readers, and liquid handling systems to determine physical properties of synthesized analogs and report results.

The role emphasizes high-volume experimental work, accuracy, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. This is a one-year contract with potential extension, located in NW Indianapolis.