QC Analytical Chemist
: Job Details :

Russell Tobin Scientific is seeking a QC Analytical Chemist for an American multinational conglomerate operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, healthcare, and consumer goods.

Job Title: QC Analytical Chemist

Location: St. Paul, MN (on-site)

Job Type: Contract

Length: 12-Months

Hours: 40 hours/wk, 8 hours/day

Pay Rate: $30 - $35 per hour

Overview:

The candidate will be responsible for providing critical testing support for several core Company manufacturing and R&D product platforms. This analytical laboratory role will involve routine significant sample prep and analysis, chemical inventory/disposal as well as standard instrument calibration and maintenance. The candidate will be detail-oriented with good communication and excellent problem-solving skills, proficient in MS Office Suite, able to work quickly/effectively as directed, capable of adapting to dynamic timelines/priorities and willing to learn new instrument operating systems and techniques as needed. Export control clearance required.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain solvent and mobile phases across labs, ensuring consistency and quality.
• High-volume of sample, stock standard and solution preparation with precision (molarity, normality, and dilutions).
• Perform analyses using FTIR, NIR, Raman, and UV-Vis techniques using Thermo instruments and software.
• Utilize LC/GC Chromatography and GPC software for sample preparation, analysis and validation.
• Execute wet chemistry techniques using Titrations, Ion Chromatography, including pipetting, calibration of pipettes, and use of Metrohm software.
• Document preparation and experimental parameters accurately, following written procedures (test methods, SOPs) utilizing LIMS systems for documentation and data management.
• Create written procedures, reports, and documentation.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS chemistry degree
• 3+ years industrial laboratory experience in gas/liquid chromatography, FTIR, NIR and UV-Vis, titration, ion chromatography, IV and other general laboratory techniques, especially 3+ years of sample preparation experience in a QA/ R&D setting with a focus on meticulous preparation of stock solutions and standards, dilutions and pipetting accuracy.
• Background in polymer preparation, handling, and properties, including intrinsic viscosity (IV).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Adaptability across multiple platforms and software.
• Safety-oriented mindset with a focus on maintaining a secure laboratory environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Export Control required

Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Apply Today! If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to ...@russelltobin.com for immediate consideration.