QC Chemist 1

Job Description

• Prepare aqueous and/or metallo-organic stock and custom samples per QSPs.
• Follows standard operating procedures.
• Active member of 1 ancillary group (Spill Team, Hazardous Waste Coordinator, Safety Committee, First Aid Responder)
• Can operate and troubleshoot at least 4 analytical instruments including 1 ICP.
• Can run Singles, Multielement stocks and customs and NIST and/or RO analysis on 1 ICP.
• Operates basic laboratory equipment including lab balances and analytical instrumentation as trained.
• Follows, as well as possesses, strong written and verbal instructions.
• Follows complex procedures and operations.
• Demonstrates consistent, reliable performance.
• Works effectively as part of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision
• Exhibits organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates math and computer skills.
• Meets production goals.
• Learn quickly and is easily trainable.
• Maintains the ability to problem solve and apply retained knowledge.
• Exemplify the LGC core values on a day-to-day basis.
• Ability to learn chemical nomenclature, properties, and proper handling of chemicals.
• This position may require creating or generating waste that is hazardous by regulation or that must be handled as hazardous waste regulations and company procedures require.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree, chemistry is preferred or 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in the use of MS Excel
• Ability to problem solve and maintain critical thinking.
• Ability to use lab equipment safely and correctly.

Additional Information

• Excellent verbal and communication skills and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills for electronic as well as physical files
• Ability to interpret technical information