Hands-On Analytical Chemistry Scientist: LC-MS/HPLC Expert

ADP, Inc.; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Doctor’s Data, Inc. in St. Charles, IL is seeking a Technical Chemistry Scientist to support development and optimization of testing methods for metabolic health research.

The role involves hands-on lab work with chromatographic instrumentation and data analysis. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years of analytical chemistry experience, with proficiency in ChemStation or MassHunter preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related scientific field.
• 3–5 years of related analytical chemistry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with chromatographic techniques and analytical instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of laboratory software; experience with ChemStation and/or MassHunter is preferred.
• Strong analytical, technical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and assist with troubleshooting chromatographic instrumentation, including LC-MS, HPLC, and GC.
• Support analytical research, method development, and method optimization involving chromatographic analysis and sample preparation techniques.
• Perform sample preparation and operate analytical instrumentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Analyze, review, and interpret laboratory data for accuracy, quality, and consistency.
• Assist with identifying and resolving analytical or instrumentation issues.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Collaborate with scientific and laboratory team members to support research and testing initiatives.
• Follow applicable laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Troubleshooting instrumentation

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

ChemStation

MassHunter

Chromatographic instruments

Job description

Doctor’s Data, Inc. in St. Charles, IL is seeking a Technical Chemistry Scientist to support development and optimization of testing methods for metabolic health research.

The role involves hands-on lab work with chromatographic instrumentation and data analysis. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years of analytical chemistry experience, with proficiency in ChemStation or MassHunter preferred.