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Chemist II

Actalent
Waukegan, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 3/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026

Job Description

The Chemist II will utilize their scientific education and analytical chemistry experience to perform simple to moderately complex laboratory testing within a good manufacturing practices laboratory. The role involves generating results and interpreting data output to determine conformance to specifications. The Chemist II will act as a team member in the API/Raw Material/In-Process/Drug Product testing laboratories.

Responsibilities

  • Independently perform and verify a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained, adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments.
  • Understand multiple laboratory techniques and principles, and independently troubleshoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues.
  • Take initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making, including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans.
  • Budget time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Recognize obstacles to completion of assigned testing and independently resolve them, consistently achieving commitments despite obstacles.
  • Take ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements.
  • Communicate proactively with supervisor and team members to ensure timely product delivery and compliance during audit activities as needed.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor’s Degree in the sciences with 5 years of laboratory experience
  • Direct lab experience with HPLC and LCMS
  • GMP experience
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving skills
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Waukegan, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Waukegan,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $30 - $35

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