Chemist Lab Tech

ManpowerGroup; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Research and Development Chemical Tech on a 6-month contract in Loveland, CO. You will support development of chemical products and applications for Hach’s analytical systems, performing experiments and data collection under supervision.

Responsibilities include following lab safety, executing protocols, analyzing data, documenting notebook entries, and collaborating with the team.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or closely related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; previous research experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of chemistry principles and analytical laboratory techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Strong analytical and technical application skills, with the ability to adapt procedures and address minor deviations.

Responsibilities

• Follow all required safety procedures and laboratory protocols.
• Execute laboratory tasks as directed by senior team members, focusing on protocol execution and data collection.
• Perform chemical analysis methods and evaluate chemical product applications, leveraging academic knowledge to assess feasibility.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and instrument evaluations, particularly for water quality analyzers and instrumentation.
• Use initiative to carry out recurring assignments independently while escalating unfamiliar situations or deviations to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory notebooks to document all work performed.
• Collaborate with the research team to support ongoing projects.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data tracking and reporting.
• Assist with general laboratory and stockroom maintenance to ensure departmental efficiency.
• Adhere to company quality systems and departmental procedures to ensure compliance and technical accuracy.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Laboratory data collection

Documentation

Education

BA/BS in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Excel

Job description

Research and Development Chemical Tech -

6 Month Contract

Location : Loveland, CO

Pay : $25/hour

Purpose of the Position:

The primary role of this position is to support the development of chemical products and product applications for use with Hach’s systems for analytical analysis. The R&D Chem Tech will investigate new technologies and conduct experimentation under the supervision of a technical team member or Chemistry Manager.

Essential Functions

• Follow all required safety procedures and laboratory protocols.
• Execute laboratory tasks as directed by senior team members, focusing on protocol execution and data collection.
• Perform chemical analysis methods and evaluate chemical product applications, leveraging academic knowledge to assess feasibility.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and instrument evaluations, particularly for water quality analyzers and instrumentation.
• Use initiative to carry out recurring assignments independently while escalating unfamiliar situations or deviations to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory notebooks to document all work performed.
• Collaborate with the research team to support ongoing projects.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data tracking and reporting.
• Assist with general laboratory and stockroom maintenance to ensure departmental efficiency.
• Adhere to company quality systems and departmental procedures to ensure compliance and technical accuracy.

Other Responsibilities

• Write technical documents, chemical analysis procedures, and calibration reports.
• Generate formularies and quality control procedures for new test reagents.
• Review technical journals and competitive literature to stay informed on market trends and technology advancements.
• Present findings clearly and concisely to the team.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; previous research experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of chemistry principles and analytical laboratory techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Strong analytical and technical application skills, with the ability to adapt procedures and address minor deviations.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.