Entry-Level Analytical Chemist: HPLC/GC (Indianapolis)

Kelly Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an Analytical Technician to join the Analytical R&D Team in Indianapolis. This entry-level role is ideal for recent chemistry graduates or those with lab experience to grow skills in analytical chemistry while working with advanced instrumentation in a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities include supporting sample weighing, preparation, and analysis for quantitative and qualitative purposes, plus instrument operation and data documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Previous laboratory experience required (academic, internship, or professional).
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, LC/GC/MS, Karl Fischer titration, or titration methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of Analytical R&D scientists to support sample weighing, preparation, and analysis of active ingredients, intermediates, impurities, and formulation products for quantitative and qualitative purposes.
• Support non-GLP and GLP method validation laboratory experiments as needed.
• Learn and operate analytical instrumentation for sample analysis, including HPLC, GC, LC/GC/MS, Karl Fischer titration, and other related techniques.
• Perform routine maintenance of instruments and troubleshoot instrument issues to ensure minimal downtime.
• Process analytical data and document experiments and results in a timely manner to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Effectively interact with key stakeholders and maintain flexibility to accommodate urgent projects and reprioritize work as needed.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently when required.
• Meet all EHS&S (Environment, Health, Safety & Security) compliance needs and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

LC/GC/MS

Karl Fischer titration

Titration methods

Job description

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an Analytical Technician to join the Analytical R&D Team in Indianapolis. This entry-level role is ideal for recent chemistry graduates or those with lab experience to grow skills in analytical chemistry while working with advanced instrumentation in a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities include supporting sample weighing, preparation, and analysis for quantitative and qualitative purposes, plus instrument operation and data documentation.