Analytical Chemist

Analytical Chemist, Chesterfield, MO 63017 (Onsite)

Kelly Services is seeking an Analytical Chemist for one of our top clients .

Duration: 6 Months
Type: Contract W2
Pay Rate: $35.00/hr. (W2)
Interview Process: Virtual or Onsite

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.

DESCRIPTION:

• Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses of the chemical and physical properties of diverse organic compounds to investigate their behavior in agrochemical formulations in support of companys Crop Science 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 agrochemical formulations/products and related sample matrices using HPLC/UPLC/LCMS/GC to support companys Crop Science R&D pipeline and existing products.
  
• Communicates effectively with diverse customers/stakeholders across R&D, manufacturing, and product supply.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The successful candidate will join the Formulations Analytics Core Team (that works within the Analytical Sciences Program) to support active ingredients analyses within R&D formulations and products.
  
• Respond to collaborator/partner inquiries and analytical/data troubleshooting/reporting requests in the timeliest manner.
  
• Be meticulous in their approach to analytical work and data quality.
  
• Prepare complex liquid and solid matrices for qualitative and quantitative analyses.
  
• Optimize and develop new sample preparation and analytical methods in support of R&D pipeline and existing products.
  
• Lead efforts to develop new analytical methods and improve existing methods.
  
• Write reports and interpret and report analytical results to diverse stakeholders representing early R&D to manufacturing and product supply.

REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:

• 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.

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