What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist II position at Actalent?
Description
Top Needs:
1. HPLC Method development and method validation
2. Protein and/or large molecule separation experience
3. Ability to work independently and solve problems as well as data analysis and communication skills
Education Required: BS MS Preferred
Years of Experience Required: 5 w/BS 3 w/MS
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Ability to work independently familiarity with common analytical techniques and instrumentation as well as interpretation of data particularly HPLC MS LCMS FTIR etc. data analysis and statistics
Conducts exploratory research to produce new knowledge and potential products conceives organizes promotes and executes ideas and plans to increase chemistry's role in and contribution to the discovery and chemical approaches to meet exploratory objectives in product discovery.
Develops research proposals to provide a technically and economically sound basis for developing and evaluating new or improved products synthetic methods processes and analytical and physical testing techniques.
Recommends utilization of the results or changes in the scope of work or termination of projects.
TECHNICAL SPECIALIST CAREER STREAM: An individual contributor with responsibility in our technical functions to advance existing technology or introduce new technology and therapies. Formulates delivers and/or manages projects assigned and works with other stakeholders to achieve desired results. May act as a mentor to colleagues or may direct the work of other lower level professionals. The majority of time is spent delivering RampD systems or initiatives related to new technologies or therapies ndash from design to implementation - while adhering to policies using specialized knowledge and skills.
DIFFERENTIATING FACTORS
Autonomy: Established and productive individual contributor.
Works independently with general supervision on larger moderately complex projects / assignments.
Organizational Impact: Sets objectives for own job area to meet the objectives of projects and assignments.
Contributes to the completion of project milestones.
May have some involvement in cross functional assignments.
Innovation and Complexity: Problems and issues faced are general and may require understanding of broader set of issues or other job areas but typically are not complex.
Makes adjustments or recommends enhancements in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of job area.
Communication and Influence: Communicates primarily and frequently with internal contacts.
External interactions are less complex or problem solving in nature.
Contacts others to share information status needs and issues in order to inform gain input and support decision-making.
Leadership and Talent Management: May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and / or employee in Support Career Stream.
Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires practical knowledge and demonstrated competence within job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
Requires a Baccalaureate degree or for degrees earned outside of the United States a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. sect 214.2h 4iiiA and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or advanced degree with 0 years of experience.
Skills
hplc, method development, method validation, chemistry, laboratory, gmp, analytical chemistry, lcms, ftir, data analysis, statistics, protein purification, large molecule separation
Top Skills Details
hplc,method development,method validation
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to work independently and solve problems as well as data analysis and communication skills
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.45 - $33.50/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 San Fernando,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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 : $31 - $34