Chemistry - Journal / Patents Analyst

Straive; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical data industry is seeking a Chemical Analyst to create and maintain regulatory chemical data. The role involves identifying substances, assigning classifications, and ensuring data quality through structured formats and testing. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail, along with proficiency in MS Access and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Understanding of organic and inorganic chemical structures.
• Ability to create and execute data test cases.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain regulatory list chemical data.
• Identify substances and assign classifications as per guidelines.
• Convert data into structured formats that pass all QC checks.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Tools

MS Access

Job description

Job Description:

• To create and maintain regulatory list chemical data.
• The Chemical Analyst helps in developing the core chemical data that is used in most 3E products.

Help in developing core chemical data.

• Identify substances and assign classifications as per guidelines.
• Identify and document linkage of chemicals that belong to the same family.

Deliverables:

• Uniquely identify substances against the 3E library.
• Assign CAS RN to substances as per guidelines.
• Identify and document linkage of chemicals within the same family.
• Convert data into structured formats that pass all QC checks.
• Assign EC-Number, SMILES, InChI, and molecular formulas.
• Create data test cases in the system per guidelines.
• Validate product releases against test cases, and either sign off or take remediation measures.

Required technical skills/experience:

• Understanding of organic and inorganic chemical structures, able to identify functional groups.
• Proficiency in relational table concepts and MS Access queries.
• Ability to create and execute data test cases.
• Strong analytical skills for problem-solving and data analysis.

Required soft skills/experience:

• Attention to detail in examining data for potential errors.
• Ability to work independently after onboarding.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Aptitude for analytical thinking and innovative problem-solving.
• Adaptability to new tools, technologies, and requirements.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Effective time management to meet deadlines.
• Consistently deliver accurate and high-quality results.