What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist 1 position at Actalent?
For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this job posting AND email emarroquin @ actalentservices.com with the following:
1. WORD copy of updated resume
2. 4-5 bullet points highlighting your qualifications for the role
3. 4 professional references (3 manger and 1 peer)
Description:
Summary:
The main function of a chemist is conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses in laboratories for quality, process control or to develop new products or knowledge. A typical chemist is responsible for creating new products and processes or improving existing ones for clients.
Job Responsibilities:
- Analyze organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties, composition, structure, relationships and reactions.
- Improve and customize products, equipment, formulas, processes and analytical methods.
- Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency and to diagnose malfunctions.
- Write technical papers and reports and prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products or tests.
- Prepare test solutions, compounds and reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.
- Confer with scientists and engineers to conduct analyses of research projects and assist in the interpretation of test results.
Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
- Basic ability to work independently and manage one?s time.
- Basic knowledge of the chemical composition, structure and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo.
- Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related discipline required. Advanced degree preferred.
- 0-2 years experience required.
Experience Level:
Entry Level
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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.
Salary : $19 - $21
