What are the responsibilities and job description for the Analytical Chemist position at Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom?
Analytical & Method Validation Chemist – Denver, CO
Type: Contract (6 months, potential for extension)
Shift: M-F 1st Shift
Pay Rate: $35-$38/hr
The Analytical and Method Validation Chemist conducts complex scientific analyses to detect and quantify various compounds using GC-ECD, ion chromatography, and GCMS. The role involves designing and conducting validation studies, supporting new technologies, and maintaining lab equipment. The chemist ensures quality assurance standards, trains other staff and contributes to collaborative problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Type: Contract (6 months, potential for extension)
Shift: M-F 1st Shift
Pay Rate: $35-$38/hr
The Analytical and Method Validation Chemist conducts complex scientific analyses to detect and quantify various compounds using GC-ECD, ion chromatography, and GCMS. The role involves designing and conducting validation studies, supporting new technologies, and maintaining lab equipment. The chemist ensures quality assurance standards, trains other staff and contributes to collaborative problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze samples using advanced techniques.
- Ensure compliance with quality assurance standards.
- Handle hazardous chemicals and maintain instrument functionality.
- Guide and train others in analytical testing.
- Develop and validate analytical methods and SOPs.
- Conduct literature searches and generate validation data.
- Train staff on new methods and carry out validation studies.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain analytical equipment.
- Verify and record equipment functionality.
- Schedule and perform equipment calibration and maintenance.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field (required).
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in analytical chemistry or a related field.
- Experience in performing and validating EPA methods
- Previous experience with GC-ECD, ion chromatography, and GCMS is essential.
- Strong proficiency in sample preparation and analysis using advanced analytical techniques.
- Thorough knowledge of quality assurance standards and laboratory safety protocols.
- Experience in method development, validation, and preparation of SOPs.
- Ability to operate, calibrate, and maintain analytical instruments.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Salary : $35 - $38
