LCMS Chemist

Actalent; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,104,000 - 75,768,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a detail-oriented Lab Scientist to support analytical chemistry laboratory tests and facility activities in Hazelwood, MO. This onsite contract role focuses on analytical testing, instrument coordination, documentation, and sample management while upholding quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Chemistry, 3–5 years in analytical labs, experience with HPLC, LC-MS, GC, spectroscopy, and GMP/data integrity practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field
• 3–5 years of laboratory, technical, or operations support experience in an analytical environment
• Working knowledge and experience of analytical techniques and instrumentation, including HPLC, LC-MS, GC, spectroscopy, and titration
• Strong understanding of laboratory documentation practices and controlled-document management
• Graduate degrees in science
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated laboratory environment
• Hands-on experience with LC-MS instrumentation
• Knowledge of GMP and data integrity principles
• Experience authoring and maintaining laboratory SOPs and quality records

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain analytical chemistry instrumentation, including HPLC, LC-MS, GC, spectrometry, and titration systems
• Perform analytical testing activities, such as routine laboratory analyses, analytical method development, and validation
• Troubleshoot instrument and laboratory issues and coordinate maintenance activities as needed
• Draft, review, revise, and maintain controlled documents, including SOPs, analytical methods, forms, work instructions, and laboratory records
• Ensure documentation is completed accurately, legibly, and in compliance with applicable quality standards
• Coordinate laboratory logistics and operational activities to support testing schedules and project timelines
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and promote a safe working environment

Skills

HPLC

LC-MS

GC

Spectroscopy

Titration

Documentation

GMP

Data integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Graduate degree in science

Tools

LC-MS instrumentation

Analytical instruments (HPLC, GC)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Chemist Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Lab Scientist to support analytical chemistry laboratory tests and facility activities. This onsite role is responsible for assisting with analytical testing, laboratory maintenance, equipment coordination, controlled documentation, and sample management while ensuring compliance with established quality standards and laboratory procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical chemistry knowledge, experience with laboratory instrumentation, and a commitment to data integrity, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain analytical chemistry instrumentation, including HPLC, LC-MS, GC, spectrometry, and titration systems.
• Perform analytical testing activities, such as routine laboratory analyses, analytical method development, and validation.
• Troubleshoot instrument and laboratory issues and coordinate maintenance activities as needed.
• Draft, review, revise, and maintain controlled documents, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), analytical methods, forms, work instructions, and laboratory records.
• Ensure documentation is completed accurately, legibly, and in compliance with applicable quality standards.
• Coordinate laboratory logistics and operational activities to support testing schedules and project timelines.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and promote a safe working environment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• 3–5 years of laboratory, technical, or operations support experience in an analytical environment.
• Working knowledge and experience of analytical techniques and instrumentation, including HPLC, LC-MS, GC, spectroscopy, and titration.
• Strong understanding of laboratory documentation practices and controlled-document management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Graduate degrees in science.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated laboratory environment.
• Hands-on experience with LC-MS instrumentation.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and data integrity principles.
• Experience authoring and maintaining laboratory SOPs and quality records.

Work Environment

This is a primarily onsite laboratory-based position with a standard schedule of Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Occasional flexibility may be required to support laboratory activities. Overtime is not expected on a routine basis but may be needed periodically based on workload. The role requires handling chemicals, laboratory reagents, and analytical instrumentation, as well as the ability to stand, walk, and perform routine laboratory tasks for extended periods. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic analytical laboratory environment while supporting high-quality scientific operations, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hazelwood, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hazelwood,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both