Chemist

Analytical Chemist

This role focuses on processing and analyzing a wide range of samples, including food, vitamins, cosmetics, and other materials, using ICP and related laboratory techniques. The chemist contributes directly to accurate analytical results that support a growing laboratory operation and collaborates closely with a team-oriented group of scientists and technicians.

• Process and analyze samples from various matrices such as food, vitamins, cosmetics, and related products using ICP instrumentation.
• Prepare samples for analysis using wet chemistry techniques, ensuring proper handling, labeling, and documentation.
• Operate and maintain ICP equipment, including performing routine calibrations, checks, and basic troubleshooting.
• Utilize mass spectrometry and other lab equipment as needed to support analytical testing and confirm results.
• Follow established laboratory methods, standard operating procedures, and quality control protocols to ensure accurate and reliable data.
• Record, interpret, and report analytical results clearly and accurately in laboratory information systems or other documentation tools.
• Work collaboratively with other chemists and laboratory staff to meet testing deadlines and support overall lab throughput.
• Adhere to laboratory safety guidelines and best practices when handling chemicals, samples, and equipment.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient laboratory environment, including proper storage of reagents and samples.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance data quality, or improve instrument performance.

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience working with ICP instrumentation in a laboratory setting.
• Practical experience in processing and analyzing samples using ICP for applications such as food, vitamins, cosmetics, or similar materials.
• Proficiency with general laboratory equipment and techniques, including sample preparation and handling.
• Experience with wet chemistry methods for preparing and analyzing samples.
• Exposure to or experience with mass spectrometry in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Strong chemistry knowledge and laboratory skills, including understanding of analytical methods and quality control principles.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and standard operating protocols accurately and consistently.
• Effective teamwork skills and a strong desire to work collaboratively rather than independently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, reliable analytical results.
• Good communication skills to document findings and collaborate with colleagues.

• Experience working in a high-throughput analytical laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with handling diverse sample types such as food, vitamins, and cosmetics.
• Interest in contributing to a growing laboratory team and supporting increased testing volume.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and assist in different areas of the lab as needed.
• Willingness to learn additional analytical techniques and instrumentation over time.

This position is based in a laboratory environment that is actively growing and expanding its testing capacity. The lab uses ICP, mass spectrometry, and a variety of standard lab equipment to analyze food, vitamins, cosmetics, and related products. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, typically 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility to work alternative hours such as 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. as needed to support workload and team coverage.

The role involves working on-site in a collaborative, team-focused setting where chemists and technicians support one another to meet testing deadlines and maintain high-quality analytical standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Harrisburg, PA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location,…