PLS Associate Scientist I
About The Position
This full-time, onsite Raw Materials Associate Scientist I position is based in Oakdale, Minnesota, and works Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role provides or oversees standard chemistry analysis, administration, and practices, using fundamental professional and technical knowledge of chemistry, instrumentation, testing, and procedures. It performs and documents testing in accordance with standard operating procedures and methods, reviews and interprets results, and helps ensure the quality and accuracy of testing processes and records. The Associate Scientist maintains and calibrates equipment and samples, reviews chemistry documentation and operational information, supports project work, and helps resolve questions and discrepancies. The position works with staff, customers, management, and cross-functional teams while contributing to Pace Analytical's mission of supporting a safer, healthier future.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Knowledge of fundamental chemistry principles, practices, and techniques.
- Knowledge of chemistry program administration and oversight, and methods for resolving chemistry problems and concerns.
- Understanding of applicable chemistry laws, codes, and regulations.
- Understanding of standard testing tools, instruments, and calibration.
- Ability to use computer applications and systems related to the work.
- Ability to contribute effectively to project teams and communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers.
- Ability to perform professional-level chemistry duties, oversee standard chemistry functions, and train others on relevant policies and procedures.
- Ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
- Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, and other written materials using correct business English.
- Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines, and to exercise tact, discretion, and prudence.
- Ability to deliver oral presentations to groups of varying sizes and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to work in a laboratory and office setting, use standard office and laboratory equipment, and sit for extended periods.
- Ability to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force and frequently exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
- Vision to read printed materials and computer screens, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or by telephone.
Responsibilities
- Perform fundamental analyses of standard testing materials, products, and devices using standard analytical instrumentation, following standard operating procedures and methods.
- Review, analyze, interpret, and document testing results.
- Review, complete, and process standard chemistry or biochemistry forms, documents, databases, and related information.
- Provide analysis, interpretation, and counsel regarding chemistry or biochemistry policies, programs, and practices.
- Research and help resolve management and employee questions and requirements; assist with customer feedback and coordinate responses and resources.
- Review processes, results, feedback, and related information to identify trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and present results or recommendations to management.
- Audit and review tests, equipment, procedures, databases, and reports for accuracy; work with teams to resolve or escalate discrepancies and support quality assurance.
- Assist with chemistry, biochemistry, or cross-functional projects, including objectives, budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other requirements.
- Clean, maintain, prepare, and calibrate equipment, samples, and related areas.
- Interpret and apply department policies and procedures and assist with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Suggest improvements and participate as an active member of a work team to support department effectiveness.
- Promote Pace Analytical's mission by behaving courteously and cooperatively with customers and staff and supporting an effective workplace.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate 100% vesting in the employer match
- Life, disability, and voluntary benefits
- Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
- Health savings account
- Wellness program
- Flexible spending accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental leave
- Optional legal coverage and identity theft protection
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
