What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist position at Actalent?
Job Description
The scientist in this role will be responsible for supporting a large project tied to investigating sterilization impacts on polymeric materials.
Responsibilities
- Conduct testing and analysis of polymeric materials to investigate sterilization impacts.
- Perform Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) tests, ideally with polymers.
- Contribute to report writing based on testing findings.
- Proficiency in Chemistry, Polymer, and Material Science.
- Experience with DSC, particularly with polymers.
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or a similar field.
- Master's Degree in Chemistry or related field.
- 1 years of industry experience performing DSC.
- Experience with TGA, FTIR, Raman, or Thermal Analysis is a plus.
The role requires spending 65% of the time conducting tests and 35% of the time writing reports based on the findings. The position is project-based but has the potential for growth into a permanent role. The start date is anticipated for early 2026.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Saint Paul, MN.
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 Saint Paul,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 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 : $30 - $35