Entry Level Physical Science Technicians / Chemists - Chicago (4417)

Gvi • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

GVI, Inc. is seeking Entry Level Physical Science Technicians/Chemists to support laboratory operations in Chicago, IL. The role involves preparing solutions, conducting reliability testing, and operating laboratory instrumentation to ensure quality control and method validation. This position is ideal for individuals with a background in physical sciences or mathematics who are looking to start their careers in a laboratory setting.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be able to pass DEA Agency Clearance.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment background check.
• Prior work in a chemical laboratory setting working with quantitative/qualitative chemical analysis.
• Minimum Educational Requirement: Successful completion of 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as physical science, or any branch of mathematics, except financial and commercial mathematics.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be combined to meet the total qualification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare routine solutions and reagents.
• Perform reliability testing.
• Prepare internal standard, calibration and quality control solutions.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation for data collection in support of performance verification, method validation, and reference material verification.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative method validations.
• Conduct inventory of reference materials, stockpiles, chemical and stock solutions, and laboratory equipment.
• Conduct instrument performance checks and maintenance.
• Verify reference materials.
• Conduct stockroom supply inventory and restock the supply room.
• Submit supply order requests.
• Clean and level balances and conduct balance calibration checks.
• Daily cleaning and distribution of laboratory glassware.
• Testifying in court, Grand Jury, or other legal proceedings through testimony, sworn affidavits, or other legal instruments.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed