Chemist - High-Throughput Lab Specialist (Contract)

Syndicus, Inc.; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Syndicus, Inc. in Ankeny, IA is seeking a Back Chemist on a 6-month contract with potential extensions. Responsibilities include receipt, labeling, and preparation of samples per ISO work instructions, with the ability to lift 35–40 lbs.

You will prioritize analyses, coordinate projects in a high-throughput lab, and ensure data integrity while delivering results. Minimum 3 years of related lab experience and a bachelor's in a science/engineering field required; hands-on GC, NIR, NMR, LIMS, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering field with at least 3 years of related industry experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in a lab setting.
• Directly applicable experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receipt, identification, and preparation of samples; ensure labels and requests are correct; handle 35–40 lb items.
• Prioritize analyses according to customer needs; organize projects in a high throughput lab; deliver results efficiently.
• Obtain analytical data; ensure data integrity; work in multi-discipline teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

Gas Chromatography

NIR Spectroscopy

NMR

Oil analysis

Colorimetry

Farinograph

Mixograph

Wet chemistry

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Syndicus, Inc. in Ankeny, IA is seeking a Back Chemist on a 6-month contract with potential extensions. Responsibilities include receipt, labeling, and preparation of samples per ISO work instructions, with the ability to lift 35–40 lbs.

You will prioritize analyses, coordinate projects in a high-throughput lab, and ensure data integrity while delivering results. Minimum 3 years of related lab experience and a bachelor's in a science/engineering field required; hands-on GC, NIR, NMR, LIMS, and