Chemistry Technician I

JOB FUNCTION: 

Reporting to the Department/Section Supervisor or Laboratory Manager, Chemistry Technician will be responsible for the following: 

• Routine testing of client supplied samples in accordance with standard operating procedures. 


• Generation, interpretation and management of analytical data. 


• Troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical instruments. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preform Sample login and splitting


• Assist chemists in performing analysis using one or more of the following techniques: HPLC, GC, LCMS, GCMS, GC, ICP/MS, ICP-OES, UV-VIS, FTIR, Titration, Gravimetric Analysis, or other techniques, as appropriate in a timely fashion maintaining a high level of quality.


• Prepare analytical standards.


• Perform daily balance, temperature and monthly pipette verification.


• Perform sample processing in accordance with standard operating procedures.

• Perform sample preparation.


• Calibrate and maintain analytical instruments.

• Prepare standards and maintain inventory


• Purchaseof standards and solvents


• Maintain analytical and quality records as required for accreditation/certification and related to analytical work and instrument maintenance.


• Submit accurate and timely reports based on the analysis.


• Identify results that require further investigation or discussion with the Department Manager/Supervisor.

• Participate in OOS investigation and/or CAPA when necessary.

• Learn new techniques and technologies as appropriate.


• Other duties as required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum high school diploma and/or associate degree in science, BA/BS degree preferred. 


• 0-1 years experience working in a laboratory setting 

• High level of computer skills and familiarity with data acquisition software


• Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills


• High level of computer literacy


• Good conceptual basis in analytical chemistry


• Proven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniques 

KEY POSITION COMPETENCIES TO BE MEASURED:

• Analytical capability and performance


• Technical communication skills


• Team player


• Organizational skills.


• Strong communication skills


• Manual dexterity


• Ability to distinguish colors


• Ability to stand for prolonged periods