Chemist

ACTalent; Lake Zurich (IL); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 37.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Resumo da vaga

Actalent is seeking an entry-level Chemist in Lake Zurich, IL to perform analytical testing using HPLC and LC/MS/MS in an industrial hygiene chemistry lab supporting pharmaceutical and life sciences clients. You will prepare samples, enter data into LIMS, and follow SOPs to ensure high-quality, timely results.

This contract-to-hire role offers extensive hands-on training with diverse methodologies and APIs, with opportunities for growth and collaboration in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualificações

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry.

Responsabilidades

• Perform analytical testing with high accuracy using HPLC, LC/MS/MS and other systems.
• Prepare reagents and calibration standards.
• Review LIMS summary reports and plan daily work.
• Maintain and calibrate instruments.
• Ensure QA/turnaround time and proper labeling.

Conhecimentos

Analytical testing

HPLC

LC/MS/MS

LIMS data entry

Data interpretation

Formação

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Ferramentas

HPLC

LC/MS/MS

LIMS

Descrição da vaga

Job Title: Chemist

Job Description

This entry-level Chemist role focuses on performing accurate analytical testing using advanced instrumentation such as HPLC and LC/MS/MS within an industrial hygiene chemistry laboratory that supports pharmaceutical and life sciences clients. You will prepare and analyze samples, interpret and record data in LIMS, and follow established test methods and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure high-quality, timely results. The position offers extensive hands-on training on a wide range of analytical instruments, exposure to diverse methodologies and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and clear opportunities for growth into additional laboratory areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing with a high degree of accuracy using complex instrumentation such as HPLC, LC/MS/MS, and other chromatographic and mass spectrometry systems as required.
• Carry out sample preparation and pre-analysis procedures as described in test methods, ensuring all samples are correctly labeled and handled to avoid mix-ups and cross contamination.
• Prepare reagents, calibration standards, and other solutions required for analysis, following laboratory protocols and good laboratory practices.
• Review LIMS summary reports to plan, prioritize, and organize daily work, including accommodating rush samples and meeting turnaround time expectations.
• Conduct routine maintenance and calibration of instruments to ensure reliable performance and accurate analytical results.
• Interpret analytical data, perform necessary calculations, determine final results, and enter data accurately into the LIMS system.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and departmental methods consistently when conducting all analytical work.
• Carry out quality control procedures, evaluate QC results, and recognize when data is unacceptable based on test method guidelines or SOPs.
• Identify non-routine or unusual samples and seek guidance on appropriate handling and analytical procedures.
• Meet quality specifications and turnaround time (TAT) requirements while ensuring samples are analyzed within holding time limits.
• Communicate workstation status, including progress updates and anticipated delays, to supervisors or managers in a timely manner.
• Identify and report procedural non-conformances or deviations to the appropriate supervisor for review and corrective action.
• Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize the risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up, and cross contamination between samples and other materials.
• Adhere to the laboratorys Code of Ethics and all relevant policies, maintaining integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all work.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, contributing to a positive, fast-paced team environment while also working independently as needed.
• Adapt to changing priorities, new methods, and evolving client needs in a dynamic laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Zurich, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Zurich, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lake Zurich,IL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.