Analytical Chemist

Job Title

Analytical Chemist I

Total Hours/week: 40.00

1st Shift: M - F 8:30am – 5pm

Client:
Medical Device Company

Employment Type:

Contract on W2 (Need U.S. Citizens or GC Holders Only)

Onsite daily

Duration: 12+ Months Contract

Sparks, MD

Work within a team to provide Analytical Chemistry support to customers using various analytical instruments and techniques. Develop and follow protocols for analytical testing and reporting results following current good laboratory practices.

• Develop, follow protocols and perform analytical testing using wet chemistry analysis, UV/VIS spectroscopy, UPLC/MS, FTIR, ICP-MS, and other techniques as required.
• Use office and instrumentation specific computer software.
• Perform tasks according to existing protocols, applying basic scientific principles to assigned tasks, developing experiments and documenting the performed work as required.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems, collect and record data, report data.
• Participate in technical meetings and data reviews.
• Ensure lab supplies are properly ordered, labeled, and stored.
• Ensure required safety and other training is completed and training records are maintained according to department policies.
• Perform laboratory work and documentation in accordance with GLP and company guidelines.
• Perform tasks under general supervision.

• Basic understanding in the use of liquid chromatography systems.
• Basic understanding of chromatography theory and hands‑on experience with HPLC or UPLC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively in team and cross-functional environments.
• Understanding of GLP laboratory guidelines.
• Optional experience includes use of UPLC/MS using Empower software, FTIR and ICP-MS.
• Experience in method development.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related discipline.
• Prefer a minimum of 1 year of industrial or academic experience in analytical chemistry testing.