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Chemist I

Katalyst CRO
Lake, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist I position at Katalyst CRO?

Job Description

Uses scientific education and analytical chemistry experience to perform simple to moderately complex laboratory testing within a good manufacturing practices laboratory to generate results. Interprets data output to determine conformance to specifications. Acts as a team member in the API/ Raw Material/ In-Process/Drug Product testing laboratories.

Responsibilities

  • Independently performs and verifies a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on while adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments.
  • Understands multiple laboratory techniques and principles and can independently trouble-shoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues.
  • Takes initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans.
  • Budgets their time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and makes recommendations for improvement.
  • Recognizes obstacles to completion of assigned testing and can independently resolve them. Consistently achieves commitments despite obstacles.
  • Takes ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements.
  • Communicates proactively with supervisor and team members on frequent basis to ensure timely product release.
  • Interfaces with regulatory agencies during audit activities as needed.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in the sciences with 0-4 years of laboratory experience.
  • Associate degree with at least 3 years of laboratory experience.
  • Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable.
  • Ability to work with general supervision but effectively manages their own time to multi-task based upon their completed training matrix.
  • Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Desired technical competencies (not all required): HPLC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Empower, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, and common wet chemical testing.

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