Lab Chemist

Responsibilities

• Develop proficiency in the operation, maintenance, and functionality of analytical laboratory instrumentation.
• Collaborate with equipment vendors to commission analytical laboratory instruments and ensure compliance with site requirements.
• Create, validate, and update analytical test methods in accordance with established laboratory and site standards.
• Lead assigned analytical laboratory projects supporting operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate documentation of laboratory activities and maintain compliance with applicable quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline preferred.
• Equivalent hands-on laboratory experience and demonstrated chemical knowledge will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an analytical laboratory or manufacturing laboratory environment.
• Strong understanding of analytical laboratory equipment and laboratory best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience commissioning laboratory equipment, including instrument setup, verification, qualification, documentation, and readiness for routine operation.
• Experience developing, optimizing, or refining analytical test methods to ensure accuracy, precision, repeatability, and compliance with laboratory standards.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and the ability to maintain regulatory compliance and accurate laboratory documentation.
• Demonstrated project leadership experience, including planning, coordinating, and successfully executing laboratory initiatives.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement efforts within a laboratory or manufacturing environment.

About the role

The position is located in Cordova, IL and is a 12 months contract position (possible extension on the basis of performance).

Pay

Approved Pay Range: $23 - $25/hr on W2

Schedule

Full-time, fully onsite

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

We are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.