Chemist - Laboratory Operations and Data

Advantage Technical; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 48,216,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Technical invites applications for a Chemist role in The Woodlands, TX. The position focuses on organizing laboratory samples, analytical information, and data systems within a chemical R&D setting.

You will coordinate data and samples, review results for quality, and maintain records. Proficiency in Excel is required; experience with LIMS is a plus. This is a 6-month contract with potential extension, starting around October 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Prior laboratory experience is essential.
• Understanding of analytical data and laboratory quality practices.
• Experience with LIMS or similar systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track laboratory samples and related information.
• Review analytical results for completeness, accuracy, and quality.
• Maintain and update laboratory data and records.
• Work with LIMS and other laboratory information systems.
• Support laboratory quality and documentation processes.
• Partner with scientists and laboratory personnel to resolve data or sample issues.
• Use Excel and other Microsoft Office tools for reporting and data management.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Analytical data

LIMS

Attention to detail

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Science, or a related field

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Chemist - Laboratory Operations and Data

Location: The Woodlands, TX

Contract: 6 months, with potential extension

Pay: $35-$40/hour

Target Start: October 2026

About the Role

We're seeking a Chemist to support day-to-day laboratory operations for a chemical R&D organization. This position will focus on keeping laboratory samples, analytical information, and data systems organized and accurate.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and track laboratory samples and related information
• Review analytical results for completeness, accuracy, and quality
• Maintain and update laboratory data and records
• Work with LIMS and other laboratory information systems
• Support laboratory quality and documentation processes
• Partner with scientists and laboratory personnel to resolve data or sample issues
• Use Excel and other Microsoft Office tools for reporting and data management

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Science, or a related field
• Previous experience working in a laboratory setting
• Understanding of analytical data and laboratory quality practices
• Experience with LIMS or similar systems is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication
• Comfortable working with Excel and Microsoft Office
• Chemical, petrochemical, or industrial laboratory experience is preferred

Note: This is an initial 6-month contract assignment with the possibility of extension. Future employment opportunities may be considered based on business needs and performance, but no conversion is guaranteed.

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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