Analytical Chemist

Stefanini Group • Durham, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Stefanini Group is hiring an onsite Analytical Chemist at 2 T.W. Alexander Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709. The position provides analytical support for the formulation development, registration, and manufacture of new Crop Protection products and formulations. The Analytical Chemist will work under moderate supervision as part of the Global Formulation Technology, Research Analytics multidisciplinary research team.

The role involves designing and executing experiments, interpreting laboratory results, analyzing formulations, and conducting characterization tests. Work may include sample preparation and use of specialized characterization and application instruments or equipment. The chemist will also perform CFU (Colony Forming Unit) assays for biological formulations, analyze and implement test methods with supervision, and participate in developing laboratory automation solutions. Findings are communicated through presentations and reports.

The role is onsite, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch and eight onsite working hours per day. The interview process may include one or two virtual rounds and may also include an onsite interview.

Requirements

• B.S. in a scientific discipline such as chemistry or microbiology.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of chromatographic analysis of small molecules and/or quantitative analysis of microbiological load.
• Demonstrated hands-on laboratory skills in an academic or industrial environment.
• Ability to adapt existing laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines.
• Team player with the ability to build working relationships across functions and locations.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Serious focus on safety, attention to detail, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support to the formulation development, registration, and manufacture of new Crop Protection products and formulations.
• Assist in designing and executing experiments and interpreting laboratory results.
• Analyze a variety of well-defined formulations and conduct characterization tests.
• Prepare samples and operate specialized characterization and application instruments or equipment as needed.
• Perform CFU (Colony Forming Unit) assays for biological formulations using established methods, optimizing them when needed.
• Analyze, plan, and implement test methods under supervision.
• Participate in developing laboratory automation solutions and collaborate with outside experts to achieve automation goals.
• Communicate experimental findings through presentations and reports.
• Apply safe laboratory practices, sample preparation techniques, quantitative analysis, data acquisition and interpretation, and report writing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level