LCMS Chemist

ABOUT YOU

• You’re results-oriented and take pride in seeing a project through from problem to solution.
• You’re comfortable taking initiative, making decisions, and moving work forward while bringing others along with you.
• You perform your best because you want your scientific expertise to do more than generate data. You want it to help customers, strengthen the team, and contribute to the growth of the business.
• You perform best above when above average attention to detail, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to tasks completed on time are required.
• You naturally build relationships and enjoy being someone others can turn to for technical guidance and support.
• You’re a confident, knowledgeable scientist who enjoys sharing your expertise and helping others solve problems.

ABOUT US

We are NSL Analytical! We are a materials testing lab that provides repeatable, accurate results to help our customers render high quality, consistent products in regulated industries. Our organization is centered on our values of delivering for our customers, each other, and our industry. We’re proud of our positive culture focused on deploying each team members’ talent to “WOW!” our customers and celebrate wins together as a part of who we are. We’re focused on outcomes not micromanagement; we trust people and give them the opportunity to perform to their potential. Being at NSL, you have the chance to make a major impact in real world applications effecting real people every single day.

DETAILS ABOUT THE ROLE, REQUIRMENTS, BENEFITS, AND HOW TO APPLY

Works with a wide variety of samples, including organic and inorganic materials, to prepare and analyze them using spectroscopic, chromatographic, thermal and various powder characterization techniques in conjunction with test standards and established methods of analysis. The LCMS Chemist is an integral part of our technical team, working alongside technicians, chemists and other analytical teams within our Analytical Laboratory.

Essential Functions*:

Ability to perform the following responsibilities or duties:

• Perform analyses of organic materials by infrared spectroscopy, Liquid chromatography/mass spectroscopy (LCMS) and associated methods
• Prepare organic samples for analysis using techniques such as extraction,
• Perform characterization of powder materials using techniques such as laser diffraction, powder rheology, BET, Hall Flow, Tap Density, Apparent Density, Helium Pycnometry and Sieve Analysis
• Perform basic instrument maintenance and upkeep as detailed in operating procedures
• Recommend updates to methods and procedures used in material analysis
• Interpret test data and final results.
• Strictly adhere to quality protocols as outlined in the methods or company procedures.
• Enter test results into the Lab Information Management System (LIMS) database
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively to maintain quality assurance of results and seamless customer service
• Ability to select and apply general and specialized methods, techniques, and instruments commonly used in the laboratory.
• Analyze a wide variety of samples for which there are standard or established methods or analysis or for which the adaptation of standards is obvious.
• Dedicated to ensuring safety standards are maintained.
• Maintain detailed records and prepare written notes specific to issues during analysis.

Incidental Functions:

• Adheres to quality and safety standards.
• Special projects and/or duties as assigned or required.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or other physical science which include at least 2 years of chemistry coursework in addition to at least one year of laboratory coursework.
• Alternatively, an Associate’s degree or certification as Laboratory Technician or a related technical field in combination with at least 2 years’ experience operating analytical instrumentation used for chemical and physical analysis in a laboratory environment.
• Experience handling and processing samples in preparation for analysis, including organics, metals and ceramics.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and approved chemical disposal practices.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of the operation and care of specialized laboratory equipment.
• Ability to follow established methods and procedures.
• Willingness to learn new tasks, and flexibility in work assignments.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize and multi-task.

Success Factors:

• Ability to work independently as well as be a member of a cohesive team.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to accept feedback and make adjustments when necessary.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Work Conditions/Physical Demands:

General lab environment includes sitting, standing and walking; infrequent lifting of up to 20 lbs., pulling, pushing, carrying, reaching, bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, and crouching. Work is completed in a lab environment that contains toxic materials with possible exposure to odors, acids, fumes and other reactive materials.

Reasonable Accommodations:

This description is representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and physical requirements to successfully perform the job. At the employee’s request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

HOW TO APPLY:

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*The job description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Consequently, job incumbents may be asked to perform other duties or work overtime as required.