Chemist - Delivery

Skill; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 83,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental plans

Retirement plan with employer match

Free online training

Job summary

Aquent is partnering with a leading global organization to hire a Chemist for a temporary role in Houston. You will perform routine and non-routine lab testing to ensure product quality and compliance, using FTIR and other analytical techniques.

You will review data, prepare certificates of analysis, and support investigations into OOS results. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in QA/analytical chemistry, strong data interpretation skills, and hands-on lab equipment experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience in quality assurance, quality control, or analytical chemistry.
• Strong ability to interpret analytical data and recommend actions.
• Hands-on experience operating basic laboratory equipment including FTIR, particle size analyzers, pour point and flash point testers.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory testing to ensure compliance with product specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct physico-chemical and analytical testing using FTIR, particle size analysis, pour point, flash point, and TGA.
• Execute testing per ASTM, ISO, and internal procedures.
• Review and interpret data to identify trends, deviations, and quality issues.
• Prepare lab reports, certificates of analysis, and technical documentation.
• Investigate out-of-specification results and support root cause analysis.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through calibration, verification, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, technical, and customer service teams to resolve quality concerns.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Quality Assurance

Data Interpretation

FTIR

Laboratory Testing

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related

Tools

FTIR Instrument

Particle Size Analyzer

Pour Point Tester

Flash Point Tester

Job description

Overview

Placement Type: Temporary

Salary: $37-40 Hourly

Start Date: Aug 11, 2026

Aquent is partnering with a leading global organization at the forefront of the energy and materials science industry. This innovative company is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable products that power progress and drive industrial advancements worldwide. Join a team committed to excellence and precision, where your contributions directly impact the integrity and performance of essential materials.

Are you a highly motivated and meticulous chemist ready to make a significant impact on product quality and reliability? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our dynamic team, where you will play a crucial role in upholding the highest standards for our essential materials. Your expertise in analytical and quality control testing will directly contribute to the integrity and performance of products vital to global industries, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. You will be instrumental in maintaining the highest quality benchmarks, investigating critical issues, and collaborating across teams to ensure product excellence.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory testing to ensure compliance with product specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct basic physico-chemical and analytical testing using, but not limited to: Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, Particle Size Analysis (laser diffraction and/or sieve analysis), Pour Point Testing, Flash Point Testing, and Thermo-gravimetric analysis.
• Execute testing in accordance with established ASTM, ISO, and internal laboratory procedures.
• Review, analyze, and interpret test data to identify trends, deviations, and potential quality issues.
• Prepare accurate laboratory reports, certificates of analysis, and technical documentation.
• Investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results and support root cause analysis activities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through calibration, verification, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in internal audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, technical, and customer service teams to resolve quality-related concerns.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience in quality assurance, quality control, or analytical chemistry.
• Strong chemistry acumen with the ability to interpret analytical data and recommend actions.
• Hands‑on experience operating and troubleshooting basic laboratory equipment, including FTIR instrumentation, Particle size analyzers, Pour point testing equipment, and Flash point testing equipment.
• Working knowledge of ASTM and laboratory quality systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, data integrity, and documentation practices.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industry-specific specifications and testing methodologies.
• Experience testing drilling fluids, industrial minerals, petroleum products, or specialty chemicals.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and laboratory best practices.
• Experience participating in proficiency testing and method validation activities.

Key Competencies

• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Technical Problem Solving
• Data Interpretation
• Quality Focus
• Organizational Skills
• Effective Communication
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

About Aquent

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment- one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.