Chemist II_35359

K3-Innovations, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

K3-Innovations, Inc. located in Lake County, IL, seeks two Chemist II professionals for a 1-year contract to support laboratory research and analytical testing in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on instrument work, data integrity, and compliance with GMP/GLP standards. Ideal candidates have advanced experience with HPLC, GC, LC/MS, Empower/OpenLab/Chromeleon, and the ability to present findings to groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology, or related field with minimum 5 years laboratory experience
• Master’s degree with minimum 2 years laboratory experience; pharmaceutical industry lab experience preferred
• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, LC/MS and chromatography data systems such as Empower, OpenLab, Chromeleon
• Familiarity with GMP and GLP in a regulated environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present findings to groups
• Develop and execute laboratory protocols; ensure safety and GxP compliance

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and data collection in a GMP/GLP environment
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, MS, LC/MS, ICP)
• Document experiments with compliant, reproducible results
• Present findings to larger groups and stakeholders
• Plan and execute tasks using standard procedures and sound technical judgment
• Ensure data quality and timely delivery of results
• Adhere to safety and regulatory requirements
• Prepare protocols for complex tests and experiments

Skills

Instrument skills

GxP compliance

Data presentation

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Master’s degree

Tools

HPLC

GC

LC/MS

UV/VIS

MS

ICP

Empower

OpenLAB

Chromeleon

Job description

NOW HIRING: Chemist II | Lake County, IL

K3 is seeking two Chemist II professionals for a 1-year contract opportunity supporting laboratory research and analytical testing in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced analytical chemist with strong hands‑on instrumentation skills and a solid foundation in chemistry.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional weekend hours

• Strong hands‑on experience with analytical instruments including HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, MS, ICP, and related techniques
• Laboratory research experience in an academic and/or industry setting
• Familiarity with GMP/GLP and experience working in a regulated environment
• Ability to present experimental findings to larger groups
• Strong foundation in chemistry fundamentals
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Plan and execute assigned laboratory tasks using standard procedures and appropriate technical understanding
• Independently generate precise, reliable, and reproducible data in a timely manner
• Document experiments in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Interpret experimental data and demonstrate strong understanding of core scientific disciplines
• Develop protocols for more complex tests and experiments with less‑defined assays and parameters
• Ensure safety and GxP requirements are met during laboratory activities
• Deliver high‑quality, precise data in a timely and GxP‑compliant manner
• Use computer applications, spreadsheets, and instrument‑related systems
• Present experimental findings to larger audiences

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience

OR

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience
• Pharmaceutical industry laboratory experience is preferred
• Hands‑on experience with HPLC, GC, LC/MS, and chromatography data systems such as:
• Empower
• OpenLab
• Chromeleon
• Familiarity with GMP and GLP
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present scientific findings to larger groups
• Research presentations and/or publications
• Experience presenting findings to scientific organizations
• Strong demonstrated laboratory skills across analytical instrumentation

Important:

This is a 100% onsite position in Lake County, IL, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work.