Chemical Technician (Inorganic Spectroscopy)

Intertek USA; Whitehouse Station (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek USA in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, is seeking a Chemical Technician III to join the Inorganic Spectroscopy team. The role focuses on ICP-OES and ICP-MS support for pharmaceutical testing and release, with a strong emphasis on safety, data integrity and client interaction.

The successful candidate will perform routine analyses, calibrate instruments, and prepare samples, while collaborating with colleagues and following SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Chemistry, Biology or related science.
• Experience with ICP-OES/ICP-MS instrumentation.
• Knowledge of inorganic analytical chemistry and lab safety.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine spectroscopy analyses following methods independently.
• Maintain and calibrate spectroscopy equipment and data systems.
• Prepare standards, solutions and samples using various techniques.
• Write procedures and observations in notebooks and contribute to reports.

Skills

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

Analytical chemistry

Education

BA/BS Chemistry, Biology or related scientific degree

Tools

MassHunter

Qterga

Job description

Chemical Technician III Inorganic Spectroscopy – Whitehouse, New Jersey

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Chemical Technician III to join our Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals team in Whitehouse, New Jersey.

Intertek Pharmaceutical Services located in Whitehouse, New Jersey, USA, is a cGMP contract testing, analytical research and development laboratory. Intertek Pharmaceutical Services works directly with both large and small pharmaceutical companies to help bring safe and effective pharmaceutical products to market. An opportunity has arisen for a Chemical Technician III to join this organization within the Inorganic Spectroscopy team. The team utilizes modern spectroscopy instrumentation (ICP-OES and ICP-MS) to support pharmaceutical product testing and release.

Please explore the links below to learn more about the Intertek Whitehouse site

http://www.intertek.com/pharmaceutical/analysis/whitehouse-nj/

We are looking for a motivated individual who is seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity. We offer coaching, feedback, on-site and off-site training and growth opportunities to develop each employee’s career. This fast-paced, flexible environment provides supervised direct interaction with clients to allow the associate chemist to directly understand the client’s needs and to appreciate the potential impact on patient quality of life. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with an expert team of accomplished scientists focused on solving difficult technical challenges, we want to talk with you.

Shift/Schedule: Business hours 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, no travel.

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage for this position is $30 - $35 per hour. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

• Perform routine spectroscopy analyses following a written method or protocol independently
• Perform more complex analyses under supervision. This includes method development and method validation studies.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, including spectroscopy systems.
• Use data systems to collect and process data.
• Author reports for routine analyses independently and contribute to reports for complex studies with supervision
• Follow current procedures and regulations as directed by senior staff and management
• Write procedures, observations and results in notebooks
• Prepare standards and solutions, and samples using a variety of techniques
• Measure, collect and record test data in accordance with written procedures
• Perform basic calculations
• Perform tasks essential for laboratory maintenance, operation and quality assurance
• Effectively collaborate with colleagues on laboratory techniques, sample preparation, instrumentation, data analysis, documentation, and safety
• Ensure compliance of company/client SOP, protocols, safety policies, methods, or other procedures with government rules and regulations
• Use computer systems and software programs - Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), data acquisition programs - to acquire and document results

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• BA/BS Chemistry, Biology or related scientific degree
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry for inorganic analysis
• 3 years of related industry experience in an analytical laboratory with hands‑on experience with ICP-OES and ICP-MS instrumentation.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety precautions and protocols for safe handling and the disposal of hazardous agents/reagents, chemicals and materials
• Organization, communication and analytical skills
• Abilityto understand and effectively communicate technical and business information, both oral and written to others, including co‑workers, supervisors, subordinates, clients, and vendors
• Intermediate mathematical skills, including: algebraic functions, statistics (mean, median, standard deviation, variance, probability), basic geometry (area, volume calculations), and scientific calculators
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to work varied and extended hours/days, as business dictates
• Regularly lift/carry/move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift/carry/move up to 50 pounds
• Climb stairs
• Laboratory bench work may require standing for extended periods of time

Preferred Requirements & Qualification:

• Hands‑on work experience with Microwave, open vessel reflux and heat block digestions.
• Hands‑on work experience with software programs Masshunter and Qterga.
• Hands‑on work experience following USP <232>, <233> and ICH Q3D R2.
• Compendial testing following USP, EP or JP.
• GPC knowledge and experience

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre‑employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.