Chief Chemist: UT
About The Position
The Chief Chemist is responsible for the overall management of laboratory, analytical, metallurgical, and process chemistry functions supporting uranium, rare earth element (REE), vanadium, and critical mineral processing operations. This role ensures accurate analytical results, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, environmental stewardship, and operational support for production activities. The Chief Chemist serves as the subject matter expert for chemical processes, analytical methods, laboratory operations, and process optimization initiatives while leading laboratory personnel and supporting cross-functional operational teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science, Chemistry or closely related field (engineering, biology, etc)
- 3-5 years of analytical experience.
- Experience with analytical instruments (ICP, ICP-MS, XRF, Spectrophotometer, pH, Conductivity).
- Experience with wet chemistry methods/techniques (Organic separation, Titration, Fusion, and Sample Preparation, e.g. Acid Digestion).
- Good understanding of lab safety practices.
- Strong chemistry and analytical understanding.
- Able to develop analytical methods for a variety of elements.
- Computer use and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
- Must be able to mask fit and wear respirator.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred experience with LIMS and analytical QA/QC programs
Responsibilities
- Work safely in a heavy-industrial setting
- Work collaboratively with a variety of people including hourly employees, engineers, planners, etc.
- Run a high volume analytical lab with production responsibilities
- Capable of supervising multiple technicians with varying levels of education and experience
- Assure analytical equipment is kept in good working condition.
- Establish and run a satisfactory laboratory quality control/quality assurance (QAQC) program
- Use, evaluate and improve upon existing analytical methods and develop new methods as required.
- Train analytical staff.
- Maintain laboratory chemical inventory.
- Responsible for other tasks as may be determined from time to time by management, consistent with position.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with Company match of up to 4% on tiered basis
- Paid time off/sick leave and Company holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Additional voluntary benefits may be available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
