Chemist

CortevaAg; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 31,684; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Indianapolis is seeking an Analytical Scientist for a 12+ month contract. The role involves performing GLP certifications and supporting daily laboratory operations. The ideal candidate has a degree in Chemistry or a related field and experience with analytical chemistry techniques. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment are essential. Competitive pay at $23/hr on a W2 basis, without benefits, during normal working hours of 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Preferred degree discipline in Chemistry or a related science.
• Two years relevant work experience with analytical chemistry techniques or related school lab experience.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform GLP certifications of materials for crop protection products.
• Ensure data generation is consistent with GLP regulations.
• Support daily operations of analytical laboratories.

Skills

Analytical chemistry techniques

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Flexibility

Customer-focused

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related science

Job description

Duration: 12+ Months Contract (Extendable)

Timing: 8 AM – 5 PM Mon-Fri

Pay: $23/hr on W2 without benefits

Hours: 40 hours + optional OT

Descriptions:

• Perform analytical studies including GLP certifications of various types of materials in support of registration and production of active ingredients and formulated crop protection products.
• Ensure that all data are being generated and documented in a manner consistent with GLP regulations, SOPs, best practices, and study protocols.
• Processing and interpretation of analytical data, as well as ensuring high quality work. Troubleshoot and implement analytical solutions for experimental challenges as needed to ensure study requirements are met.
• Support daily operations of the analytical laboratories by maintaining the instrumentation and lab areas.
• Work closely with the Product Chemistry Laboratory Team and Product Chemistry Subject Matter Experts to efficiently perform experiments and communicate results to stakeholders according to required timelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree discipline in Chemistry or a related science is preferred.
• Two years relevant work experience with analytical chemistry techniques - Recent Grads with only school lab experience are okay, too.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, and customer focused environment.
• Demonstrates flexibility to accommodate urgent projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to effectively interact with a diverse group of stakeholders and peers.
• Demonstration of the value of environmental health and safety.