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Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, 62702, USA
Listed on 2026-06-19
Listing for:
State of Illinois
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-19
Job specializations:
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Science
Research Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job
Requisition
Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: 06/30/2026
Agency:
Department of Agriculture
Class
Title:
CHEMIST I - 06941
Skill Option: UMP Credential
Bilingual Option:
None
Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $5572 a month;
Full Range $5572 - $7898 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Sangamon
Number of Vacancies : 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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Position Overview
The Bureau of Environmental Programs is seeking a Chemist I to join our pesticide laboratory. The Chemist I performs chemical analysis on a variety of samples; interprets instrument data; interprets test results and assumes responsibility for accuracy of tests, reports, and findings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to adapt to evolving priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced laboratory environment.
Essential Functions
* Prepares samples for chemical analysis in the pesticide laboratory.
* Interprets instrument data, calculates analytical results and prepares reports of analyses.
* Performs analysis of prepared samples by High Performance Liquid Chromatography with ultraviolet detection (HPLC/UV), Gas Chromatography with Electron-capture detection (GC/ECD), Gas Chromatography with Flame-ionization detection (GC/FID), Gas Chromatography with Mass Selective Detection (GC/MSD) and High Performance Liquid Chromatography with triple quadruple mass spectrometer (LC/MS/MS).
* Performs routine preventative maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment.
* Prepares standard solutions and analytical reagent solutions and documents their preparation.
* Cleans and prepares glassware for analysis.
* Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
* Requires completion of four years of college from a recognized university including at least 32 hours of chemistry.
* Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program shall have the stated requirements of this classification waived by successful completion of specific proficiency tests and training programs.
Preferred Qualifications
* Prefers at least 10 hours in laboratory coursework and successful completion of coursework in Analytical Chemistry or Instrumental Analysis.
* Prefers working knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of chemical analysis as applied in analytical work.
* Prefers working knowledge with assuming responsibility for extreme accuracy in analysis and setting up and using sensitive laboratory equipment.
* Prefers working knowledge with direct, hands-on operating and troubleshooting Liquid Chromatography (LC) and Gas Chromatography (GC) coupled with Mass Spectrometry (MS/MS).
* Prefers working knowledge of pesticide residue extraction (e.g., Quick, Easy, Cheap, Effective, Rugged, and Safe (QuEChERS) or Solid Phase Extraction) and analysis in complex matrices like vegetation, soil, or water.
* Prefers working knowledge with EPA or FDA pesticide residue methodologies and data validation guidelines.
* Prefers working knowledge of groundwater monitoring protocols and the ability to interpret label guarantee compliance data for pesticides.
* Prefers working knowledge to include the ability to interpret technical data, follow precise analytical protocols, and execute verbal and written instructions within a laboratory setting.
Conditions of Employment
* Requires completion of a name-based background screening and self-disclosure of criminal history.
Work Hours:
8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday
Headquarter
Location:
801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County:
Sangamon
Agency Contact:
Bureau of Human Resources
Email: AGR.Human…
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