Chemist III

Kelly Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 97,424,000 - 109,326,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Telemedicine

Retirement savings plan

8 paid holidays per year

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical in Irvine, CA is seeking a Chemist III for a full-time role. You will perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using a range of instruments, contribute to method development and validation, and support QA activities in a cGMP setting.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Chemistry and 5+ years in a chemistry lab with instrumentation like HPLC, GC, FTIR, MS, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related discipline.
• 5+ years in a chemistry laboratory.
• 5+ years with analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, CE, ICP, FTIR, TOC, MS, dissolution apparatus).

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or assist with analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Utilize analytical laboratory instrumentation with supervision.
• Comply with cGMP regulations and follow all standard operating procedures.
• Peer review data generated by other technicians.
• Develop, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods.
• Conduct method transfers from other facilities and departments.
• Author standard operating procedures and analytical methods.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Assist laboratory management with employee training.
• Assist laboratory management in preparation for internal, customer, and agency audits.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Organization & multitasking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related

Tools

HPLC

GC

CE

ICP

FTIR

TOC

MS

Dissolution apparatus

Job description

Chemist III

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Chemist III for a full-time, direct position at a cutting-edge client in Irvine, CA . If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $34.00 – $38.00/hour

Overview

Our client is an industry-leading company at the forefront of analytical and pharmaceutical sciences, driving innovation in raw material testing, method development, and quality compliance within a cGMP-regulated environment.

In this role, you will perform and assist with analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, while utilizing a wide range of advanced laboratory instrumentation. You'll play a key role in method development and validation, equipment qualification, and supporting laboratory management through training, audits, and the authoring of standard operating procedures.

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | Day Shift

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or assist with analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
• Utilize analytical laboratory instrumentation with supervision
• Comply with cGMP regulations and follow all standard operating procedures
• Peer review data generated by other technicians
• Develop, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods
• Conduct method transfers from other facilities and departments
• Author standard operating procedures and analytical methods
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation within level of experience
• Perform and/or assist with equipment calibrations and qualifications
• Assist laboratory management with employee training
• Assist laboratory management in preparation for internal, customer, and agency audits
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in a chemistry laboratory, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, CE, ICP, FTIR, TOC, MS, and dissolution apparatus
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and effectively perform concurrent tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail
• Desire and ability to work in a positive team environment

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affluent Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.