Senior Chemist, Technical Laboratory Operations
- Reference Number: 414264
- Published Date: 10/08/2026
- Job Type: Permanent
- Industry: Architecture and Engineering
- Hours: Full Time
Our client, a leader in advanced analytical testing for the semiconductor industry, is seeking a Senior Chemist, Technical Laboratory Operations to join their team. As a Senior Chemist, Technical Laboratory Operations, you will be part of the Analytics & Metrology, Wet Lab team supporting high-throughput analytical metrology in a production laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to data integrity, a hands‑on analytical mindset, and the ability to lead investigations that keep laboratory results stable, precise, and audit‑ready—so you can help materials consistently meet stringent semiconductor specifications.
What's the Job?
- Execute and oversee routine analysis of semiconductor chemicals (metals, anions, organics, particles) using established methods.
- Review and approve analytical results to ensure accuracy, consistency, and conformance with product specifications.
- Ensure timely release of materials by meeting required turnaround times for production testing.
- Monitor analytical results daily for trends or shifts that may indicate process or contamination issues.
- Serve as the technical expert for critical laboratory instrumentation and advanced troubleshooting to protect uptime, sensitivity, and stability.
What's Needed?
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
- 7+ years of analytical laboratory experience, including significant time in a production or QC environment.
- Strong expertise in chromatography (IC, LC, GC) and molecular spectroscopy (FTIR, Raman, NIR).
- Analytical lab/chemistry experience is a must have, including laboratory testing and chemical lab/cleanroom exposure.
- Demonstrated ability to apply statistical tools (e.g., SPC, control charts, trending) and investigate out-of-control conditions or anomalous data.
What's in it for me?
- Lead analytical testing and laboratory operations by reviewing results, monitoring quality, and ensuring timely material release.
- Drive continuous improvement through data trend analysis, method performance monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Partner across manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to resolve out-of-spec results and support audits and customer inquiries.
- Work with critical instrumentation (IC, HPLC, GC, Raman, FTIR, XRF) in a production-focused wet lab environment.
- Contribute to a values-driven, collaborative culture where your technical leadership can make a measurable impact.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- Weekly Pay