Analytical Chemist

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The Office of Indiana State Chemist (OISC) is seeking an Analytical Chemist. The lab performs regulatory pesticide residue analysis and the Analytical Chemist will be responsible for supporting a team of investigators with providing scientific data on pesticide related investigations.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Perform chemical analyses on a variety of environmental samples in order to determine the presence of trace level pesticides (Includes extraction and analysis using complex instrumentation)

• Analyze samples by Gas Chromatography/Mass Selective Detector (GC/MS), Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS), and High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Follow all applicable SOPs and troubleshoots analyses as needed
• Interpret, analyze and evaluate data to determine if quality control standards are met
• Document analysis reports; submit case data and reports for final review by section supervisor
• Adapt new methodologies for analyses in this laboratory
• Participate in method validation collaborative studies and check sample programs
• Assist in developing new methodologies for analysis of pesticide products and in preparing research manuscripts for publication in referred journals
• Maintain quality control / assurance records, research notes and other records as requested
• Maintain equipment and troubleshoots instrument / process problems as requested
• Train laboratory assistant with duties including but not limited to: cleaning glassware, balance calibration checks and equipment maintenance

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field
• 2 years’ work experience in an analytical laboratory (undergraduate or graduate research experience may count toward work experience)
• Understanding of GLP, general Analytical Chemistry techniques, and chromatography
• Excellent customer service skills and professionalism in dealing with external business partners, students, faculty and staff
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build working relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels
• Strong organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail
• Motivated individual with ability to efficiently multi task, work under pressure, handle frequent interruptions and meet deadlines
• Ability to identify and determine problems, analyze information and implement solutions
• Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility and handling confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment
• Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology
• High proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Access, Word, Excel and Outlook (Electronic email/Calendaring)
• Good knowledge in chromatography software packages is desired: Thermo Chromeleon, Thermo Xcalibur, Thermo Tracefinder, Waters Masslynx, Agilent Masshunter and Chemstation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person