Environmental Analytical Chemist: Water & Pollutant Analysis

Element Materials Technology; Northcrest (IN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing) to prepare and analyze environmental and drinking water samples using EPA methodologies under QA/SOPs. This role may involve standing, solvents, glassware and lab equipment.

The ideal candidate has 5-10 years in analytical chemistry within environmental science or TIC, with experience in HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry, plus LIMS data entry.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in chemistry or related field.
• 5-10 years analytical chemistry experience in environmental science or TIC field.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Preparation of samples using standard techniques
• Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
• Prioritizing work assignments to ensure that holding times are met
• Analyze drinking water and environmental samples for organic semi-volatile compounds 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
• Keep training documentation current and accurate

Skills

HPLC

LC-MS/MS

LC-MS

GC-MS

Wet Chemistry

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

BS or BA in chemistry or related field

Tools

LIMS data entry

Job description

Element Materials Technology in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an Analytical Chemist (Environmental Testing) to prepare and analyze environmental and drinking water samples using EPA methodologies under QA/SOPs. This role may involve standing, solvents, glassware and lab equipment.

The ideal candidate has 5-10 years in analytical chemistry within environmental science or TIC, with experience in HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and Wet Chemistry, plus LIMS data entry.