Lab Technician - Chemistry

Our client is seeking an Lab Technician - Chemistry to join their team! This position is located in St. Louis, Missouri.

Base pay range: $22.00/hr - $26.00/hr

• Develop and apply analytical methods to determine chemical composition of agrochemical formulations and products using HPLC, UPLC, LC‑MS, and GC
• Perform physical‑chemical characterization techniques including density, particle size analysis, viscosity, surface tension, contact angle, and thermal analysis (DSC/TGA)
• Conduct optical and electron microscopy analyses and spectroscopic techniques such as FTIR, NIR, and UV‑Vis
• Prepare and analyze complex liquid and solid sample matrices for qualitative and quantitative testing
• Optimize and develop new sample preparation and analytical methods to support pipeline and existing products
• Lead continuous improvement efforts for existing analytical methods and contribute to new method development
• Respond to collaborator and stakeholder inquiries, including analytical troubleshooting and data interpretation
• Analyze data, interpret results, and author clear technical reports for stakeholders across R&D, manufacturing, and product supply
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation
• Perform sample cleanup techniques to enrich active ingredients in complex chemical samples
• Operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑throughput laboratory environment while managing multiple priorities

• Hands‑on experience preparing complex agrochemical or chemical sample matrices
• Proficiency with HPLC, UPLC, LC‑MS, GC, and physical‑chemical analytical techniques
• Strong background in sample preparation and analytical method development
• Experience with laboratory instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• Highly detail‑oriented with a strong focus on data quality and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Agile and adaptable to changing scientific and analytical priorities
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Commitment to teamwork and cross‑functional collaboration
• Willingness to train and work across multiple analytical disciplines
• Experience with robotic or automated sample preparation is a plus
• Employee‑Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

The approximate pay range for this position is between $22.00 and $26.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

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