This is an excellent opportunity for a Chemist II at a major biopharmaceutical company in North Chicago, IL. This role is a great fit for a detail-oriented individual with hands-on laboratory experience, offering a chance to make a direct impact on product quality and release. You'll be part of a dynamic team, performing a range of analytical chemistry tests in a fast-paced environment.
As a Chemist II, you'll apply your scientific knowledge to perform and verify laboratory testing, ensuring all results meet good manufacturing practices (GMP) standards. You'll use your problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and your communication skills to collaborate with your team and supervisor. This is an ideal role for someone who is proactive and can independently manage their time and tasks while contributing to overall team success.
location: North Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $33.00 - 37.48 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Independently perform and verify various laboratory techniques, including complex testing.
- Troubleshoot and resolve analytical technique and instrument issues.
- Proactively identify, develop, and implement improvement plans for laboratory processes.
- Effectively manage your time to complete assigned tasks and make recommendations for efficiency.
- Communicate proactively with your supervisor and team members to ensure timely product release.
qualifications:
Required Skills & Experience
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a science field.
- Experience: 3-5 years of direct laboratory experience.
- Technical: Hands-on experience with analytical chemistry techniques.
- Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and good documentation and communication skills.
- Work Ethic: Ability to work with general supervision while managing time and multitasking effectively.
- Environment: Experience working within a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment.
- Technical Competencies: Experience with techniques such as HPLC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, or other common wet chemical testing.
- Software: Experience with Empower software.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible shifts and weekends.
skills: Chemistry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
