Analytical Technician (Entry-Level

Analytical Technician (Entry-Level)

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours/week)

Pay Rate: $24-27/hr, Depending on experience

Assignment: 1 year contract, ability to extend or convert

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Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an Analytical Technician to join the Analytical R&D Team within a Crop Protection Discovery and Development organization in Indianapolis. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for recent chemistry graduates or candidates with laboratory experience who are looking to grow their technical skills in analytical chemistry while working with advanced instrumentation in a collaborative research environment.

• Work under the supervision of Analytical R&D scientists to support sample weighing, preparation, and analysis of active ingredients, intermediates, impurities, and formulation products for quantitative and qualitative purposes.

• Support non-GLP and GLP method validation laboratory experiments as needed.

• Learn and operate analytical instrumentation for sample analysis, including HPLC, GC, LC/GC/MS, Karl Fischer titration, and other related techniques.

• Perform routine maintenance of instruments and troubleshoot instrument issues to ensure minimal downtime.

• Process analytical data and document experiments and results in a timely manner to ensure data quality and integrity.

• Effectively interact with key stakeholders and maintain flexibility to accommodate urgent projects and reprioritize work as needed.

• Demonstrate the ability to work independently when required.

• Meet all EHS&S (Environment, Health, Safety & Security) compliance needs and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field required.

• Previous laboratory experience required (academic, internship, or professional).

• Hands‑on experience or familiarity with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, LC/GC/MS, Karl Fischer titration, or titration methods strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry principles is preferred.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities.

• Willingness to continually learn and adhere to all safety standards and laboratory protocols.

• Strong desire to work in a collaborative team environment.

• Self‑motivated with drive, enthusiasm, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Commitment to following all laboratory safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.

• Analytical Chemistry experience (academic or professional)

• Fresh chemistry graduates eager to build their careers

• HPLC and GC experience (hands‑on operation preferred)

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative research setting

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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