OMIC USA Inc. Chemist 2 or 3 Inorganic Department

About the role

Chemist 2/3 performs an essential role in the Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory by providing analytical services and results accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner to clients through analyzing samples by ICP or other instrumentation using conventional, MS, QQQ, and other analytical detection techniques; stabilizing extraction and analytical processes through developing and proposing process improvements; and contributing to further innovation to achieve the Company’s mission and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Operating analytical instrumentation such as ICP equipped with conventional, MS, and QQQ detection, as well as Cold Vapor Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy.
• Utilizing differing sample introduction techniques for ICP-MS and QQQ through traditional autosamplers or HPLC for chromatographic separations.
• Utilizing multiple vendor data acquisition and quantitative analysis software packages to evaluate, interpret, and report test results, including QA/QC data (vendors may include Agilent, CETEC, and others).
• Independently performing analysis for simple and complex test methods for routine and non-routine samples and matrix types.
• Discussing issues with complex analyses and proposing potential solutions to the Group Leader.
• Ensuring that samples are extracted and analyzed in accordance with registered and in-house validated methods.
• Entering data into the LIMS for the tests performed and being responsible for the results.
• Maintaining and documenting reference materials and working standards according to relevant regulated documents and SOPs.
• Providing support by performing back‑up responsibilities and duties of Chemist 1 (Extraction Chemist), including extractions as needed, assigned, and directed by the Group Leader.
• Troubleshooting analytical procedures and performing routine and preventative maintenance, verification, and calibration of chromatographic and other analytical instrumentation per documented procedures.
• Developing and updating controlled documents and SOPs; ensuring current versions are up to date and available to other Chemists.
• As directed by the Group Leader, performing secondary review on data packages submitted by other Chemists for quality, accuracy, consistency, and completeness; ensuring proper procedures are followed for ISO 17025 compliance.
• Participating in special analytical projects as directed by the Group Leader.
• Developing improved and/or new methodology using published sources and finalizing supporting data verified by Chemist 3 or the Group Leader.
• Participating in internal/external training, professional, and technical meetings to obtain latest market insights, new technologies and techniques, and networking.
• Supporting and providing assignments for Chemist 1.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and experience with other MS Office applications and Adobe Acrobat.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Chemistry or related hard science from a four‑year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Training: On‑the‑job training in company operating systems (e.g., LIMS), maintenance and operation of laboratory extraction and analytical equipment, and passing the Initial Demonstration of Competency (IDOC) for laboratory procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years (for Chemist 2) and 5+ years (for Chemist 3) of experience with AA, ICP‑MS, and ICP‑QQQ instrumentation; routinely creating and running analytical sequences, performing primary data analysis, interpretation, and review, and compiling/submitting finalized data package deliverables in a commercial high‑throughput laboratory environment.
• 3+ years (for Chemist 2) and 5+ years (for Chemist 3) of experience in analytical method development with emphasis on optimization of MS and QQQ instrumentation and data acquisition parameters.
• 3+ years (for Chemist 2) and 5+ years (for Chemist 3) of experience working with one or more of the following software platforms: Agilent MassHunter for ICP, Teledyne/Leeman/CETEC QuickTrace for AA, or equivalent vendor software packages.
• 3+ years (for Chemist 2) and 5+ years (for Chemist 3) of experience routinely analyzing trace metals and mineral panels on ICP‑MS or ICP‑QQQ, including screening, evaluation, quantitation, and reporting results.
• At least 1 year of experience routinely operating an HPLC‑ICP‑MS hyphenated system for arsenic speciation in agricultural and other commodities, and experience analyzing, interpreting, and reporting resultant arsenic speciation data.
• Proficient hands‑on experience and expertise in employing microwave‑assisted acid digestions of agricultural commodities and other matrices using a CEM MARS 6 or equivalent microwave extraction system.
• At least 1 year of experience in sample processing, various sample extraction techniques (including microwave‑assisted), and isolation method development in food matrices.
• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with the fast‑paced commercial laboratory business environment.
• Experience working in international businesses.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Able to gather and communicate technical information clearly, both orally and in writing, with respect to analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• High emotional intelligence.
• Good cultural awareness and ability to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and experience with other MS Office applications and Adobe Acrobat.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401