Method Development Chemist - Lake Zurich, IL

Benelux•Lake Zurich, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics. This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

Requirements

BA/BS in chemistry or related science field
3-5 years of experience preferably in HPLC and Method Development
Strong analytical skills
Ability to interact with all staff
Time management with good organization
Strong verbal and written skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Capable of making sound decisions quickly and effectively
Ability to handle multiple projects
Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Analytical method development and validation of chemical compounds
Provide guidance to routine analysts on troubleshooting and methodology questions
Routine analysis in any analytical department
Data review and interpretation with no assistance
Writing and reviewing SOPs and STPs
Data Entry
Instrument/analytical problem solving and process improvement
QA investigations with no assistance
Working independently and giving insight on problem solving
Set up new instrumentation and procedures for specialized or non-routine analysis
Oversee operation of all equipment, supply level and repair of instrumentation
Keeps abreast of current and new methods
Statistical analyses on quality control samples to assure compliance
Quality and quantity of work meets laboratory benchmarks
Follows safety requirements including the appropriate use of safety glasses, gloves, and lab coats
IDC sample requirements are met
Company procedures and policies adhered to
On-going participation in laboratory skills inventory
Turnaround times achieved