Environmental Chemistry Analyst I — Lab Testing

DGS Office of External Affairs; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture seeks an entry-level Chemist I in Little Rock to perform routine chemical and analytical testing on water, air, soil, food, and other samples under supervision.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, instrument operation (LC/MS, ICP-MS, Ion Chromatography), data documentation, and quality assurance to ensure tests meet regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires at least six months of chemistry-related experience or related field.
• Bachelor degree in chemistry or related sciences preferred.
• Experience with analytical instruments (LC/MS, ICP-MS, IC) and quality systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical and analytical testing on water, air, soil, food, and other samples under supervision.
• Prepare samples using appropriate extraction and cleanup methods.
• Operate analytical instruments (LC/MS, ICP-MS, IC) and maintain instrument performance.
• Document data accurately and maintain laboratory records.
• Support quality assurance and regulatory compliance activities.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data documentation

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related sciences

Tools

LC/MS

ICP-MS

Ion Chromatography

Matrix extraction & clean-up

Job description

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture seeks an entry-level Chemist I in Little Rock to perform routine chemical and analytical testing on water, air, soil, food, and other samples under supervision.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, instrument operation (LC/MS, ICP-MS, Ion Chromatography), data documentation, and quality assurance to ensure tests meet regulatory requirements.