Chemist: Field & Lab Testing Specialist

Element Materials Technology; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Chemist for comprehensive testing, sample prep, and report generation. The role involves field sampling, site testing, and delivering compliant results for a range of materials.

Qualified candidates hold a chemistry degree with at least two years of experience, strong team skills, and proficiency with laboratory equipment. The position requires flexibility for shifts and careful adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in chemistry with at least 2 years experience.
• Ability to work in teams under pressure and flexible to work different working hours (night/day).
• Good English communication skills: reading, writing, speaking.
• Good maths skills.
• Knowledge and experience of safe operation of testing equipment and working in a chemistry lab.

Responsibilities

• Analyze water-physical, chemical and microbiological parameters.
• Analyze ores and minerals.
• Analyze water, soil, aggregates, concrete and scale samples.
• Operate equipment such as pH/EC/TDS meters and UV-Vis spectrophotometers.
• Prepare reagents and standard solutions; ensure standardisation of solutions.
• Handle and store chemicals per MSDS.
• Calibrate glassware and instruments; perform qualitative and quantitative tests.
• Issue reports and receive samples from clients; coordinate with teams.
• Conduct site or field testing and ensure ISO 17025 compliance.
• Collaborate with technicians to follow planning schedules; maintain equipment.

Skills

Team collaboration

English communication

Mathematics

Safe operation of equipment

Education

Diploma/degree in Chemistry

Tools

pH meter

EC meter

TDS meter

UV-Vis spectrophotometer

Ovens/Furnaces

Incubators

Fusion machines

Job description

Element Materials Technology in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Chemist for comprehensive testing, sample prep, and report generation. The role involves field sampling, site testing, and delivering compliant results for a range of materials.

Qualified candidates hold a chemistry degree with at least two years of experience, strong team skills, and proficiency with laboratory equipment. The position requires flexibility for shifts and careful adherence to safety standards.