Environmental Analytical Chemist – HPLC/LC-MS

Element Materials Technology; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology is seeking an Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing) in Fort Wayne, IN. The candidate will prepare and analyze environmental and drinking water samples using EPA methods, with emphasis on HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry.

Responsibilities include data review, ensuring hold times, instrument maintenance, and QA/documentation. A BS in chemistry and 5–10 years of relevant experience are preferred, with strong time management and independent work skills.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field.
• 5–10 years analytical chemistry experience in Environmental Science or TIC.
• Experience with HPLC, LC-MS/MS, LC-MS, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry.
• EPA method 1633A, 533, and/or 537.1 Rev 2.0 experience is a plus.
• Experience with LIMS data entry.
• Proficiency in calibration standard and QC sample preparation and analysis.
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Experience scheduling work to ensure holding times are not exceeded and meeting customer turnaround goals.
• Team participation and meeting management skills.
• Work independently following written and verbal instructions.
• Reading, writing and speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of samples using standard techniques.
• Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques.
• Prioritizing work assignments to ensure that extraction and analysis hold times are met.
• Analyze drinking water and environmental samples for organic semi-volatile compounds including pesticides, PCBs, SVOCs, SOCs, PFAS by GC/ECD, GC/MS, HPLC, LC/MS/MS.
• Review raw data for accuracy and interferences as well as proper integration.
• Review chromatograms and mass spectra for proper identification in complicated matrices.
• Prepare and analyze duplicates and dilutions as needed.
• Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor.
• Performing routine instrument maintenance and repair.
• Competency on complex instrumentation software (training provided).
• Maintain training records (IDOC/DOC).
• Timely completion of QC samples (MDL, LOD/LOQ, PT).
• General housekeeping in the work area.
• Proficient, for a minimum of 50% of methods in the department, with IDOCs.
• Ensure compliance with ELEMENT MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY EH&S and QA standards.
• Demonstrate and promote the company vision.

Skills

HPLC

LC-MS/MS

LC-MS

GC-MS

Wet Chemistry

EPA methods

LIMS data entry

Calibration QC

Time management

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

BS in chemistry

Job description

Element Materials Technology is seeking an Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing) in Fort Wayne, IN. The candidate will prepare and analyze environmental and drinking water samples using EPA methods, with emphasis on HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry.

Responsibilities include data review, ensuring hold times, instrument maintenance, and QA/documentation. A BS in chemistry and 5–10 years of relevant experience are preferred, with strong time management and independent work skills.