Senior Analytical Chemist: Lead Multitechnique Lab Projects

Element Materials Technology; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology in Midland, Michigan seeks a Senior Analytical Chemist to lead testing projects, provide expert analytical support for consumer products, and interface with customers for accurate results. You will employ a range of instruments to support lot release, R&D, and contamination investigations in a GLP/cGMP‑style environment.

The Midland lab is part of a global network of experts, delivering testing solutions across consumer products, chemicals, and medical devices, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, or PhD with relevant experience.
• Ability to work in teams under pressure.
• Strong English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• Solid math skills for data analysis.
• Familiarity with TGA, DSC, or LC/MS preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and learn new analytical techniques.
• Safe operation of testing equipment in a chemistry/consultant lab.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical testing projects and provide expert support.
• Develop methods and analyze samples using multiple instruments.
• Deliver timely reports and data analysis to clients.
• Mentor and train new employees, uphold SOPs.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Implement new equipment and qualification/validation activities.

Skills

Teamwork under pressure

English communication

Math skills

Troubleshooting

Learning new techniques

Independent lab operation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

PhD with 2+ years experience

Tools

TGA

DSC

LC/MS

Job description

Element Materials Technology in Midland, Michigan seeks a Senior Analytical Chemist to lead testing projects, provide expert analytical support for consumer products, and interface with customers for accurate results. You will employ a range of instruments to support lot release, R&D, and contamination investigations in a GLP/cGMP‑style environment.

The Midland lab is part of a global network of experts, delivering testing solutions across consumer products, chemicals, and medical devices, while