What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Chemist I position at Cayman Chemical?
Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Cayman Chemical Company supplies scientists worldwide with the resources necessary for advancing human and animal health. We offer a vast product catalog that is constantly growing to meet the needs of our clients. Additionally, we provide service programs that include comprehensive solutions to drive clients’ projects to completion.
Our mission is to make research possible. That starts by employing a talented and highly qualified group of experts that develop the tools to support research scientists.
Currently, we are looking to add a QC Chemist I to the team:
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Independently conduct quality control testing, including TLC, IR, UV, melting point, and optical rotation
- Perform analytical testing, including HPLC and MS, with increasing independence
- Evaluate proton NMR spectra for structure conformity and batch-to-batch comparison
- Conduct method development and final product qualifications under minimal supervision
- Report all data and/or specification aberrations to management
- Troubleshoot analytical issues including performing instrumentation preventative maintenance
- Assist with general upkeep of the lab and equipment
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in life sciences or a related field
- Experience: 1 year (with Bachelor’s), None (with Master’s)
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Chromatography data systems (Agilent Chemstation and Thermo Chromeleon)
- Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols
- Experience using laboratory equipment and following procedures
- Availability to work on-site in Ann Arbor during normal business hours
- Demonstrate Cayman’s Core Values – Integrity, Collaboration, People, Learning, and Excellence
What we Provide:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time-off (4 weeks) for vacations, sick and/or personal reasons
- Over 10 paid holidays per year, including the week of 12/24 through 1/1
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Debt Payment Program
- Life and disability insurance plans
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care (FSA)
- Fun employee events all year long
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Casual dress
- Onsite Gym Facility
