Chemometrician – Analytical Chemist

Yoh Services LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

HSA (Health Savings Account)

Life & Disability Insurance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll

Certification and training programs

Job summary

Yoh Life Sciences in Houston/Austin, TX, seeks a Chemometrician – Analytical Chemist to advance predictive models using NIR/Raman spectroscopy, DoE, and software-enabled data workflows.

You will design experiments, handle instrumentation, and contribute to software tools (MATLAB/Python SDKs) supporting model deployment and client solutions. Travel 20–25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Familiarity with instrumental analysis and spectroscopic experimental methods, such as NIR and Raman spectroscopy.
• Working knowledge of chemometric modeling concepts and data analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or MATLAB for scientific or data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to travel approximately 20–25%.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to generate calibration and validation datasets for chemometric models.
• Operate and maintain NIR and Raman spectroscopy systems.
• Apply sampling strategies, DoE, and quality control to ensure data quality.
• Construct predictive models translating spectral data into usable information for customers.
• Develop software supporting MATLAB and Python SDKs used by the chemometrics team.
• Develop tools to evaluate chemometric models before deployment to field analyzers.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to translate concepts into practical solutions.
• Apply software development best practices, including version control, testing, and documentation.

Skills

Python

R

MATLAB

Chemometrics concepts

NIR spectroscopy

Raman spectroscopy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field

Tools

PLS_Toolbox

The Unscrambler

Solo+MIA

Docker

ReactJS

Job description

Yoh Life Sciences is hiring a Chemometrician – Analytical Chemist for a direct-hire opportunity in Houston or Austin, TX.

This is a unique opportunity for an analytical scientist who enjoys working at the intersection of spectroscopy, chemometrics, and scientific programming. The Chemometrician – Analytical Chemist will support the development of predictive chemometric models through hands-on laboratory experimentation, spectral data analysis, and software-enabled data workflows.

The successful candidate will work with NIR and Raman spectroscopy, design experiments to generate high-quality calibration and validation datasets, construct predictive models that translate spectral data into actionable information, and contribute to software tools used to evaluate and deploy chemometric models.

Title: Chemometrician – Analytical Chemist
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Location: Houston or Austin, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Salary Range: $70,000–$100,000 annually
Travel: Approximately 20–25%

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory experiments specifically aimed at generating calibration and validation datasets for chemometric model development.
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation, including NIR and Raman spectroscopy systems.
• Apply sound sampling strategies, Design of Experiments (DoE), and quality control practices to ensure data quality and representativeness.
• Construct predictive models that translate spectral data into usable information for customers.
• Develop and improve scientific software supporting MATLAB and Python Software Development Kits (SDKs) used by the chemometrics team.
• Develop applications and tools used to evaluate chemometric models prior to deployment to field analyzers.
• Collaborate across scientific, technical, and software-focused teams to translate complex analytical concepts into practical solutions.
• Apply software development best practices, including version control, testing, and documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Familiarity with instrumental analysis and spectroscopic experimental methods, such as NIR and/or Raman spectroscopy.
• Working knowledge of chemometric modeling concepts and data analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or MATLAB for scientific or data analysis. Relevant experience may come from professional work, academic research, coursework, or personal projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to travel approximately 20–25%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate research, internship, or co-op experience involving spectral data analysis, analytical method development, chemometrics, or data pipeline development.
• Experience developing calibration and validation datasets and/or predictive models from spectral data.
• Experience with chemometrics platforms such as PLS_Toolbox, The Unscrambler, or Solo+MIA.
• Experience with APIs, relational databases (RDBMS), NoSQL databases, Docker containers, or ReactJS.
• Experience developing scientific software, analytical applications, or data-processing tools.

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Estimated Min Rate: $70000.00
Estimated Max Rate: $100000.00

What’s In It for You?

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.