Job Title: Analytical Chemist

Job Description

We are seeking a Analytical Chemist to join our team. You will be responsible for testing raw materials before they are used in manufacturing, ensuring compliance with USDA and EP standards. This role offers the opportunity to gain experience with a variety of testing methods, including wet chemistry, HPLC, and GC.

Responsibilities

• Test incoming materials to meet USDA and EP standards.
• Perform wet chemistry tests such as pH, IR, moisture, and ID tests.
• Undergo training in HPLC and GC work.
• Conduct basic testing during initial training.
• Draft protocols and complete side tasks as needed.
• Conduct method validation and method transfer.

Essential Skills

• B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related life science field.
• Undergraduate research experience or summer internship experience.
• 0-3 years of chemistry experience in a GMP environment.
• Experience with HPLC and GC.
• Experience drafting protocols and conducting method verifications and validations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Analytical chemistry coursework.
• Initiative taken outside of class.
• Experience troubleshooting instruments and developing new methods.

Work Environment

You will be working in a quality control laboratory within a team of 4-5 chemists per supervisor across various teams including Raw Materials, Finished Products, and Analytical Development. The lab has expanded over the last 2 years and features a modern design. Chemists share workspaces and have access to laptops, while scientist-level individuals have their own desks. The lab environment is dynamic, providing opportunities to work with varied instrumentation and learn new skills.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $22 - $32