What are the responsibilities and job description for the ICP-MS Chemist position at Actalent?
Job Title: Metals Analyst
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced ICP-MS Analyst to support environmental heavy metals testing. This role involves performing ICP-MS analysis across a wide range of environmental matrices while also contributing to instrument troubleshooting, performance optimization, and analytical quality.
Responsibilities
The work environment involves working within an environmental laboratory setting, utilizing ICP-MS instrumentation and internal LIMS software. The role requires collaboration with a team of analysts to meet quality objectives, and participating in internal and cross-training sessions. Dress code and other specific work conditions are not provided.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Cerritos, CA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72000.00/yr.
401k Dental vision medical pto/sick time
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cerritos,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced ICP-MS Analyst to support environmental heavy metals testing. This role involves performing ICP-MS analysis across a wide range of environmental matrices while also contributing to instrument troubleshooting, performance optimization, and analytical quality.
Responsibilities
- Perform ICP-MS analysis for environmental heavy metals testing.
- Prepare samples using EPA-aligned preparation methods, including STLC and TCLP.
- Prepare and analyze a variety of environmental matrices such as soil, air samples, wipe samples, and bulk materials.
- Follow established SOPs for metals preparation and analysis.
- Support instrument troubleshooting, routine maintenance, and performance monitoring of ICP-MS systems.
- Identify and resolve analytical or instrumentation-related issues impacting data quality or throughput.
- Utilize internal LIMS software for sample tracking and reporting.
- Participate in internal training and cross-training of laboratory staff.
- Collaborate with a team of analysts to meet turnaround and quality objectives.
- 3 years of experience in ICP, chemistry, and ICPMS troubleshooting.
- Experience in metals testing.
- Experience in environmental contract testing lab and sample preparation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline (required).
- 2–5 years of hands-on ICP-MS experience within an environmental laboratory setting.
- Demonstrated experience preparing environmental samples using TCLP and/or STLC methodologies.
- Experience analyzing environmental heavy metals across multiple matrices.
- Ability to independently operate ICP-MS instrumentation.
The work environment involves working within an environmental laboratory setting, utilizing ICP-MS instrumentation and internal LIMS software. The role requires collaboration with a team of analysts to meet quality objectives, and participating in internal and cross-training sessions. Dress code and other specific work conditions are not provided.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Cerritos, CA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72000.00/yr.
401k Dental vision medical pto/sick time
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cerritos,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $52,000 - $72,000