Chemist I

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina seeks a Chemist I to join the Food & Drug Protection Division. This role involves analyzing samples in the Core Analytical Laboratory and ensuring the safety of food and drugs. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in chemistry and experience with analytical techniques. This full-time position provides an opportunity to contribute to critical safety measures in agricultural and dietary products.

Qualifications

• Experience with at least two analytical techniques (e.g., ICP-OES, AAS, HPLC).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Documenting complex tests and writing technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Determining elemental/nutritional content of samples.
• Documenting analyses according to ISO 17025.
• Performing lab maintenance and preparing samples.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Sample preparation

Troubleshooting

Effective communication

Multi-tasking

Math skills

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Job description

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Description of Work

The Food & Drug Protection Division (FDPD) has five sections: Food, Dairy, Feed, Drug, and Administrative Services. It also provides analytical support through three laboratory sections: Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Microbiology. The division ensures the safety and labeling accuracy of foods, drugs, livestock feeds, fertilizers, and medical devices.

This position is in the Inorganic Chemistry Section, specifically within the Core Analytical Laboratory, analyzing minerals in fertilizer, feed, and forage samples using techniques like ICP-OES, AAS, and others. The lab supports North Carolina farmers and regulatory agencies.

Primary job functions include:

• Determining elemental or nutritional content of samples
• Documenting analyses according to ISO 17025 and FDPD procedures
• Performing lab maintenance and preparing samples and reagents
• Reviewing data

Additional responsibilities may include quality assurance tasks, equipment maintenance, and training.

Work involves handling acids, bases, solvents, and allergenic matrices such as grass, hay, and nuts. Safety training and hazard assessments are provided.

Qualifications include:

• Experience with at least two analytical techniques (ICP-OES, AAS, HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, etc.)
• Sample and reagent preparation skills
• Troubleshooting and repairing lab equipment
• Following complex instructions
• Performing and documenting complex tests
• Writing technical documents
• Math and statistical skills
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Computer skills
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Work with matrices like grass, hay, nuts

Employment may require passing a respirator medical and fit test.

Preferred qualifications:

• 3+ years of analytical lab experience, especially with AAS and ICP-OES

Minimum education and experience:

Bachelor's degree in chemistry and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination.

Please apply online with complete information. Resumes alone are not accepted. Veterans/National Guard applicants should submit relevant documentation. Some positions require drug testing and medical clearance.

Questions? Contact 919-707-3201.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analysis, IT
• Industry: Government Administration

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