Inorganic Chemist

About the role

The Indiana Department of Health's mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers. This position analyzes surface and drinking water for contaminants and toxic substances.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and physical analysis on various materials to determine the presence and level of contaminants or toxic substances.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and automated analytical platforms.
• Conduct quality control analysis and adhere to Quality Assurance guidelines.
• Maintain proficiency and technical expertise by passing Proficiency Testing samples.
• Ensure instruments are in working order, perform preventative maintenance, and repair laboratory equipment.
• Complete all required paperwork, maintain instrument logbook, prepare technical reports, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Train and cross-train on other analytical procedures within the laboratory.
• Participate in methodology studies initiated by the supervisor or senior chemist.
• May appear in court or adjudicatory hearings as an expert witness.

Requirements

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• General knowledge of principles and practices of clinical, analytical, food, organic, inorganic, and/or radiochemistry.
• Practical knowledge of laboratory safety.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment and automated analytical platforms.
• Ability to conduct quality control analysis.
• Ability to write reports and record technical data and produce reports in a highly regulated setting.
• Ability to integrate new developments into assigned work.
• Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Follow quality assurance requirements for producing accurate and defensible data.

Qualifications

For clinical testing, meet testing personnel responsibilities according to the 493.1495 Standard within 2 years of hire date. A degree is not required. However, at least 4 years of laboratory experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Skills

General knowledge of principles and practices of clinical, analytical, food, organic, inorganic, and/or radiochemistry. Practical knowledge of laboratory safety. Ability to operate laboratory equipment and automated analytical platforms. Ability to conduct quality control analysis. Ability to write reports and record technical data and produce reports in a highly regulated setting. Ability to integrate new developments into assigned work. Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Follow quality assurance requirements for producing accurate and defensible data.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• A wellness rewards program.
• A health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• A 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs.
• Group life insurance.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is not specified.