Associate Chemist

Smithers; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithers in Wareham, MA is seeking an Associate Chemist to support routine and advanced laboratory testing, sample preparation, instrument calibration, and data recording. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers on method development, validation, and client communications, while upholding safety and regulatory standards in a team-focused environment.

This full-time, on-site role offers opportunities to learn new techniques, contribute to R&D projects, and deliver high-quality reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field is preferred.
• Strong lab skills including sample preparation and instrumentation operation.
• Ability to adhere to safety procedures and document results accurately.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards for chemical testing is beneficial.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced laboratory testing and prepare samples.
• Calibrate and maintain instruments and accurately record data.
• Assist in method development, validation, and technical reporting.
• Collaborate with scientists to ensure testing quality and regulatory compliance.
• Support diverse client projects and communicate findings effectively.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Problem-solving

Scientific writing

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

We're hiring! I'm looking to grow our team with someone who loves working alongside driven, collaborative people. If that sounds like you, I'd love to connect!

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Company Description:

Smithers is a leading provider of environmental risk testing to the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and industrial chemical industries. Its regulatory-compliant, GLP laboratories have supported clients' global product registrations with deep scientific expertise, high service levels, and transparent communication. The division specializes in ecotoxicology, environmental fate and metabolism, residue and product chemistry, pollinator and endocrine-disruptor testing, REACH testing, and environmental risk assessment. With harmonized laboratory operations across the US, and UK, Smithers helps clients meet the requirements of regulatory frameworks including the US EPA, EFSA, and ECHA

Role Description

The Associate Chemist role is a full-time, on-site position based in Wareham, MA. The individual in this role will perform routine and advanced laboratory testing, prepare samples, calibrate and maintain instruments, and accurately record and analyze data in accordance with established protocols. Day-to-day responsibilities include supporting research and development projects, assisting in method development and validation, and contributing to technical reports and client communications. The Associate Chemist will collaborate with other scientists and engineers to ensure testing quality, adhere to safety and regulatory standards, and help troubleshoot analytical issues. This role involves working in a team-oriented laboratory environment with opportunities to learn new techniques and support diverse client projects.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong laboratory skills, including sample preparation, instrumentation operation, and adherence to safety procedures.
• Candidates should possess quality control capabilities, including following standard operating procedures, validating results, and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Candidates should possess analytical skills, including data interpretation, problem-solving, and use of analytical tools or software.
• Candidates should possess research and development (R&D) and research skills, including experimental design, method development, and reporting findings.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a laboratory team and communicate clearly in written and verbal form.
• Familiarity with industry or regulatory standards relevant to chemical testing is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and willingness to learn new techniques and technologies.