Chemist Iii

On-Board Scientific is hiring a Chemist III in Rahway, NJ!
For immediate consideration please send your resume to resumes@onboardusa.com
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About Us:
On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full time positions to our employees. We offer benefits as well as 401k.
Position Details:
Position Type: 1-year contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need
Job Location: Rahway, NJ
Shift: 1st shift
Compensation: $37.00 per hour
The Industrial Hygiene Laboratory (IHL) Contract Chemist position will be responsible for analysis of industrial hygiene (IH) samples using HPLC, UPLC, LC/MS/MS and ELISA. Using precise analytical skills and understanding of chemical principles, performs analysis of industrial hygiene (IH) air and surface wipe samples using approved analytical methods.

• Must have the ability to work independently using sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and associated software applications.
• The successful candidate will maintain accurate records and comply with laboratory operation and safety SOPs.
• Working within the requirements of ISO 17025 is expected.
• The IHL Contract Chemist will demonstrate analytical proficiency initially and then on a continuing basis. The ability to prioritize workload and complete all testing in a timely manner is expected.

Responsibilities:

• Analysis of air and surface samples within our client's expected timeframes. Accurately prepare analytical standards, prepare reagents, set up instruments, and prepare IH samples within the laboratory's procedures.
• Complete data entry for samples, e.g., log samples upon receipt into LIMS, record results into internal Merck IH database.
• Follow internal procedures to ensure that methods are up to date.
• Perform periodic checks of laboratory equipment and systems, e.g., daily refrigerator & freezer thermometer check, daily desiccator humidity check, weekly eyewash, monthly safety inspections, annual check of pipettes and syringes.
• Coordinate instrument repairs, as needed.

Qualifications: <>• Bachelor's degree in chemistry Or Master's degree will be considered with appropriate experience <>• At least 1-3 years of hands-on laboratory experience with HPLC/UPLC <>• Experience using Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Empower instrument management software (or similar) <>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills <>• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) <>• Demonstrate attributes consistent with the Merck workforce of the future: adaptability, flexibility, teamwork, accountability and innovation. Preferred:

• Experience in analysis of Industrial Hygiene samples and/or pharmaceutical or life sciences industry within a production-oriented laboratory
• Experience using immunoassay technology (ELISA, MARIA) and LC/MS/MS to test samples.
• Proficiency in other Microsoft applications - Access, SharePoint, Teams.

Apply Today!
www.onboardusa.com
On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.
The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board's Mission is to provide "Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients' expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner."
On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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