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Job Description
As the Senior Chemist, you willevaluatethe chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances for consumer product testing purposes. Independently conducts sample analysis, preparation, extraction, and digestion with and without the use of instrumentation following official methods and laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Provides technical support to junior members and may serve as a team lead.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Develop, review, submit, and files reports on client sample tests, correlation tests, calibration, validation, and other projects.
- Lead a team of chemists and technicians to perform the routine operation, maintenance, calibration, qualification, and ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment/instruments.Supervises others: chemist, junior chemist, technician assigned to the respective discipline
- Develops and validates analytical methods, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other operating, safety, and quality documents.
- Serves as a primary trainer for his/ her subordinates: Chemists and Junior Chemists and Technician
- Provides technical training, advice, and support to the junior members as required.
- Investigates, responds to and follows up on client inquiries and complaints as needed.
- Provides technical support to Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, and clients regarding testing, reporting, or technical inquiries.
- Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.
- Completes laboratory tasks and assignments within tight deadlines.
- Manages multiple projects as assigned.
- Maintains Laboratory Notebook.
- Cooperate with supervisor and lab manager on QA/QC activity and ISO 17025 work
- Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- Master’s Degree in a Chemistry discipline AND
- 4-7 years of years’ relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories
- Language Skills: English - Intermediate level required
- This role routinely uses chemistry equipment, depending on the operation:
- Organic: HPLC, LCMS, LCMSMS
- Organic: GCMS, HS-GC-MS, UV-vis
- Inorganic: ICP-OES, ICPMS, IC-UV/conductivity, XRF
- This role must illustrate he/she is a quick learner for new technology.
- Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required
- Understanding of the company Quality Management System ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 requirements in related tasks
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to execute detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
- Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe
- Strong attention to details required
- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities
- Strong time management skills and organization skills
Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.
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