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 the chromatography department where you will be extracting and analyzing samples for volatile and semi-volatile organics. You will be responsible for following SOPs, extracting samples, analyzing and entering data. You will work with both water and soil samples, primarily using GCMS and GCFID. You will also be asked to work in wet chemistry and with various other instruments depending on the sample volume.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs
• Perform multi-step procedures
• Acquire and interpret analytical data from GC, GCMS, and GCFID
• 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
• Reinforce safe work practices
• Receive initial and annual training; handle and dispose of hazardous wastes

Essential Skills

• Bachelors or Master’s Degree in a physical science, preferably chemistry
• Environmental lab experience, preferably in volatiles or with a GCMS
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with GCMS, GC, GCFID, SVOC, LIMS, sample preparation, and inorganics samples
• Familiarity with 8260 and 8270 methods, and EPA regulations
• Analytical chemistry: 2 years
• Gas chromatography: 2 years
• Experience from regulated industries such as food or water testing

Please apply for more details. Thank you!

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 May 9, 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.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $24 - $29