Jr. Analytical Chemist

CycloKinetics•Salt Lake City, UT

17d•Onsite

About The Position

CycloKinetics is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented early-career chemist to join its Research & Development team. The role supports analytical testing, quality assurance, method development, and laboratory research contributing to the development, evaluation, and improvement of chemical products and processes. The chemist works with experienced scientists, chemists, and engineers to conduct experiments, analyze results, troubleshoot problems, develop methods, and support R&D initiatives. The position involves hands-on work in analytical chemistry, including routine and non-routine analyses of organic and inorganic compounds; sample and solution preparation; operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of analytical instruments; method development and validation; and interpretation and documentation of experimental results. The role also supports calibration, preventive maintenance, equipment qualification, laboratory process improvements, SOP development, chemical inventory management, and safe laboratory operations. Work is performed on-site in Salt Lake City, Utah, across office, laboratory, pilot plant, manufacturing, and industrial environments. The position may involve limited travel to local satellite facilities. Work in an industrial facility may involve fluctuating temperatures, chemicals, gases, process equipment, machinery, and other hazards. Respirator use is required, including the ability to pass a fit test; facial hair must not interfere with the respirator seal. Physical tasks may include lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds, bending, standing, reaching, climbing, walking, sitting, and repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and 0 to 5 years of work experience in an analytical chemistry setting, such as R&D or quality control; alternatively, a Master’s degree in Chemistry with 0 to 3 years of analytical chemistry experience.
Applied knowledge obtained through an undergraduate education with an emphasis in chemistry may be considered.
Knowledge of analytical chemistry theory, hardware, instrument maintenance and qualification, system software, and method development.
Experience with a wide range of analytical instrumentation, including molecular spectroscopy, NMR, Raman, GC, GC-MS, LC, LC-MS, GPC/SEC, wet chemistry, and Karl Fischer.
Experience developing new methods and running standardized methods such as ISO, ASTM, EPA, ICH, USP, or EP methods.
Proficiency with common computer tools and web-based applications.
Strong communication and documentation skills, including the ability to accurately record and report experimental data.
Detail-oriented, organized, self-driven, and able to demonstrate initiative and ambition.
Prior experience participating successfully in teams requiring safety, personal accountability, attention to detail, collaboration, and results.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds and bending, standing, reaching, climbing, walking, and prolonged sitting.
Ability to use a respirator and pass a respirator fit test, including being clean-shaven where the respirator seals to the face.
Ability to work safely in an industrial environment and follow company safety policies; required PPE use is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a regulated quality control or quality assurance environment, such as cGMP or cGLP.
Experience with Agilent and Metrohm instrumentation.
Analytical experience in bio-process monitoring, fragrances or flavors, natural products, the petroleum industry, polymer chemistry, or synthesis of hydrocarbon compounds.

Responsibilities

Follow Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements, laboratory procedures, and established work practices.
Handle, prepare, measure, mix, and transport chemical substances safely using appropriate personal protective equipment.
Perform routine and non-routine chemical analyses to support research, product development, and quality investigations.
Analyze organic and inorganic compounds to determine their chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, or reaction products using chromatography, spectroscopy, and other methods.
Prepare laboratory samples, standards, reagents, and chemical solutions in accordance with established procedures.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation, including GC, HPLC, GPC, mass spectrometry, and spectroscopy equipment.
Assist with the development, optimization, and validation of analytical methods and testing procedures.
Collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize experimental data to support research objectives and technical decisions.
Support instrument calibration, preventive maintenance, and laboratory equipment qualification activities.
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and other technical team members to troubleshoot analytical challenges and support project objectives.
Assist in developing and improving laboratory SOPs, analytical methods, and work instructions.
Participate in laboratory process improvements focused on efficiency, data quality, reliability, and safety.
Maintain laboratory cleanliness, chemical inventories, and safe handling practices in accordance with EHS requirements.
Communicate experimental findings, observations, and potential improvements to senior technical team members.
Maintain complete and accurate laboratory records, including notebooks, test results, and data, in accordance with company documentation, storage, and control guidelines.
Participate in meetings and planning sessions and provide work updates or summaries as requested.
Use effective communication, organization, documentation, and computer skills, including Microsoft Suite and related programs.
Travel as needed to local satellite facilities.
Perform additional duties as assigned.