Senior Chemist

Opportunity This role will provide production support to our Chemistry Lab and lead method development and validation of analytical instrumentation and processes. The Senior Chemist will also have responsibility for outside testing including qualification of Labs, developing requirements, analyzing results and auditing as needed. The Senior Chemist will report to the Manager of the Chemistry Lab on scale-up and support of instrumentation and will work closely with the Lead Chemist and Technologist on a routine basis. The Senior Chemist will develop statistical systems to track instrument performance, will work directly with Chemistry Lab Manager, Lead Chemist and Technologist to gain initial ISO 17025 accreditation, and work with Technology Department to effectively analyze research heats for development applications.

Qualifications Education: B.S. in Chemistry or Science-related field (required) with a Masters Degree in Chemistry or Science-related field (preferred)

Experience: Two years of experience in a Laboratory Environment

Areas of Knowledge: Chemistry or similar lab experience; Working knowledge of chemistry methods; XRF, ICP, OES; Good chemistry techniques

Skills: Analytical chemistry; Technical Writing; Computer Programming; Scale-up of instrumentation; Excellent computer and communication skills; mathematical skills, First Aid/CPR/AED

Specific Accountabilities For The Role

• Communication: Provide information to the Melt Shops, Manufacturing Engineering and Technology on all issues and concerns. Participate in monthly reporting for Lab Services highlighting instrument performance and analytical data.
• Technical: Learn the operation, programming, troubleshooting and scale-up of new instrumentation. Bring the equipment through validation by working closely with Technologist and Lead Chemist.
• Manufacturing: Provide support by Operating instrumentation and by providing support for better practices. Document practice changes in SOP/QCI.
• Quality Systems: Review procedures to optimize the best practices and to ensure that the numbers generated by the Chemistry Lab are as accurate as possible. Evaluate consistency and accuracy through data analysis, round robin testing and by multiple instrument analysis as needed. Participate in preparation for all accreditation audits. Actively participate in audits.
• Teamwork: Work directly with Lead Chemist, Technologist and Technicians on improvement projects.