Chemist (Ferndale, MI)

Cedent; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent laboratory company in Michigan seeks an Analytical Chemist to perform quality control testing of water, raw materials, and finished products. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in analytical chemistry and familiar with HPLC, GC, FTIR, and other laboratory equipment. Responsibilities include conducting routine tests, writing reports, and implementing new procedures. This position involves drug screening and background checks. Join our team to contribute to high-quality laboratory standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in analytical chemistry required.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and chemical testing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine laboratory testing of raw materials and products.
• Perform chemical testing using HPLC, GC, and FTIR.
• Write and generate scientific reports and SOPs.
• Calibrate instruments and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Analytical testing

HPLC

GC

FTIR

UV Spectrophotometry

Titrations

Troubleshooting

Scientific reporting

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

FTIR

UV-VIS Spectrophotometer

Job description

Carry out routine day-to-day quality control testing of Water, Raw Materials, Bulk, Finished Products and Stability samples in the Quality Control Laboratory. Perform routine chemical testing by such means as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV Spectrophotometry, Titrations and other physical and chemical techniques. Review note books and generate test data reports. Write and revise SOPs. Prepare protocols, perform testing for special investigations and write scientific reports.

• Performs routine laboratory testing of raw materials, bulk products, finished products and stability samples.
• Performs routine chemical testing by such means as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV Spectrophotometry, Titrations and other physical and chemical techniques.
• Assists QC staff in determining whether or not client products meet release and stability specifications.
• Performs instrument calibration.
• Writes scientific reports, prepares protocols, and generates analytical test data reports.
• Implements new chemical testing procedures as needed.
• Trains chemistry staff as needed.
• Writes and revises SOPs as requested by management.
• Performs laboratory cleanup.
• Troubleshoots analytical equipment and methods.
• Makes recommendations that may impact the QC Department.
• Reviews notebooks and test data.
• Occasionally contacts outside suppliers and contract labs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have 1-2 years experience in analytical chemistry. Knowledge of equipment, supplies, components, and technical areas that are utilized in the chemical laboratory, i.e. HPLC, UV-VIS, balance, FT-IR, GC, pH meter, viscometer, etc.
• Requires a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position requires pre-placement drug screen/ physical and background check.

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