What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Lab Manager position at Spectrum Recruiting Solutions?
LAB MANAGER – INORGANIC & ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
Location: American Fork, UT
Reports to: Senior Technical Scientist
Compensation: $100 - $120K
We are a pioneering technology and chemical solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable resource recovery and purification. Our innovative work supports industries ranging from clean energy to advanced materials, helping solve critical challenges in efficiency, selectivity, and sustainability. With a collaborative, science-driven culture, we empower our team members to contribute directly to meaning innovations with global impact.
Your Role:
As a Lab Manager you will lead daily lab operations in our inorganic & analytical chemistry laboratory. You’ll oversee workflow, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and guide a talented team. You’ll play a key part in advancing experimental design, analytical testing, and lab management practices that support groundbreaking work in selective metal separation and purification.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage day-to-day operations of the lab.
- Design and execute experiments to measure selective absorption of metals in column-based systems.
- Collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, and production teams for successful outcomes.
- Oversee scheduling, sample processing, and project timelines.
- Maintain instruments and lab resources in optimal working condition.
- Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, quality assurance processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Supervise, train, and mentor lab staff, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.
What You’ll Bring:
- Advanced degree in Chemistry or related discipline with a strong knowledge of analytical chemistry.
- Solid background in inorganic compounds and analytical techniques such as AAS, ICP-MS, etc.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills with proven success in lab oversight.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience with reports, papers, and presentations.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with internal and external teams.
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
