Join our high-precision Analytical Laboratory in Clark, NJ, as a Raw Materials Analytical Chemist and become an essential guardian of quality in Cosmetic Science. This is an on-site, hands-on role dedicated to rigorously testing and validating the raw materials that fuel our innovative product development. You will leverage your expertise in sophisticated chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to ensure every ingredient meets our uncompromising standards for safety and performance. If you are a meticulous, results-driven professional with a passion for analytical chemistry and compliance, we invite you to contribute to a team focused on scientific excellence and product integrity.
location: Clark, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $27 - 29 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Advanced Analytical Testing: Perform comprehensive analysis of samples and raw materials utilizing chromatographic (HPLC, GC), spectroscopic (FTIR), and various wet chemistry and physical testing techniques.
- Method Application & Compliance: Apply established test methods and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to successfully complete all required analytical testing in accordance with good quality and compliance practices.
- Data Interpretation & Reporting: Collect, process, and accurately interpret analytical results, derive conclusions based on sound scientific principles, and prepare clear reports for diverse stakeholders (both scientific and non-scientific).
- Quality & Investigation: Execute root cause analyses for non-conformance events related to laboratory testing, documenting findings, and recommending corrective actions.
- Operational Excellence: Adhere to all written procedures and laboratory practices, including site and department health and safety guidelines, while maintaining a safe, organized personal and shared workspace.
- Project Management & Communication: Effectively manage multiple projects, quickly adapt to unexpected events, prioritize work to ensure the on-time delivery of results, and communicate testing statuses to management.
qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field
- Minimum of 1-3 years of professional (post-graduate) experience in an analytical laboratory setting
- Mandatory hands-on experience with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC)
- Prior experience in the cosmetic, consumer packaged goods, or pharmaceutical industries
- Experience utilizing laboratory software systems such as Empower, Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
skills: HPLC, Chemistry
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.
