Actalent is hiring for an Analytical Chemist in the Aurora area!

Job Description

As a Chemist level 1, you will be responsible for assisting and carrying out chemical analysis and designed experimental activities related to environmental testing. Your focus will be in wet chemistry where you will be preparing, extracting, and analyzing samples. You will be responsible for following SOPs, extracting samples, analyzing and entering data. You will be exposed to all of our instrumentation including IC, GCMS, GCFID, and ICPMS. You may be asked to prepare samples for other departments.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs
• Perform multi-step procedures
• Acquire and interpret analytical data from various meters, spectrophotometer, and other wet chemistry instruments
• Summarize results, aid in writing technical reports and procedures, and present information to the technical team
• Work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment
• Critically think and problem solve
• Reinforce safe work practices
• Receive initial and annual training; handle and dispose of hazardous wastes

Essential Skills

• Experience with LIMS
• Sample preparation
• Knowledge in Chemistry and Analytical chemistry
• Expertise in Wet chemistry
• Proficiency in pH testing
• Gas chromatography (GC) experience
• Strong data review skills
• Experience in digestion and EPA methods

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• ICPMS experience is a huge plus
• Lab experience is required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Relevant industrial experience
• Experience in food, water, or regulated industries
• Candidates from unregulated environments such as the cannabis industry are not suitable

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $28.85/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 Aurora,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 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 : $24 - $29