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Analytical Chemist

Job in Chesterfield, St. Louis city, Missouri, 63005, USA
Listing for: Planet Pharma
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Science
    Research Scientist, Analytical Chemist
  • Research/Development
    Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30 - 34 USD Hourly USD 30.00 34.00 HOUR
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Location: Chesterfield

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$30.00/hr - $34.00/hr

Job Description:

  • Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses of the chemical and physical properties of diverse organic compounds to investigate their behavior in chemical formulations in support of client's R&D pipeline and products.
  • Applies standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a high-throughput analytical chemistry laboratory environment.
  • Requires limited oversight and supervision to plan and accomplish diverse, fast-paced analytical workflows.
  • Performs routine and non-routine benchtop analytical tasks as requested by diverse customers/stakeholders.
  • Works under general supervision of senior peers and reports to a supervisor/manager.
  • Must be creative, especially under tight deadlines.
  • Develops methods for determining chemical composition and concentrations of analytes present in chemical formulations/products and related sample matrices using HPLC/UPLC/LCMS/GC to support client's R&D pipeline and existing products.
  • Communicates effectively with diverse customers/stakeholders across R&D, manufacturing, and product supply.

POSITION SUMMARY:

  • We seek an enthusiastic team member with a strong Analytical Chemistry-related background relevant to analyses of agrochemical formulations and products.
  • This individual will perform routine and non-routine analyses of active ingredients in liquid and solid formulations using HPLC/UPLC/LCMS/GC-based techniques.
  • The successful candidate will be self-motivated and self-starting, able to quickly adapt to rapidly changing analytical/scientific situations and possess strong communication skills and a passion for developing new skillsets.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • BS in Analytical Chemistry or closely related field.
  • Hands-on experience and demonstrated proficiency in preparing complex agrochemical sample matrices for analysis with HPLC/UPLC/LCMS/GC.
  • Experience with maintaining and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation.
  • Experience with sample preparation and method development for chemical samples.
  • Experience with various sample cleanup techniques to enrich active ingredients in chemical samples.
  • Experience with robotic sample preparation is desirable.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Demonstrated spirit of and commitment to teamwork.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Timely, intelligent communications with customers/stakeholders are crucial.
  • Self-motivated and self-starting.
  • Flexible and able to respond quickly to rapidly shifting analytical priorities.
  • Able to multitask in high-throughput, fast-paced, dynamic analytical laboratory environment.
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience.
Seniority level
  • Seniority level Associate
Employment type
  • Employment type

    Contract
Job function
  • Job function Science
  • Industries Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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