Analytical Chemist Job at Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

  • Purdue University
  • West Lafayette, IN

Job Description

The Office of Indiana State Chemist (OISC) is seeking an Analytical Chemist. The lab performs regulatory pesticide residue analysis and the Analytical Chemist will be responsible for supporting a team of investigators with providing scientific data on pesticide related investigations. What You'll Be Doing: Perform chemical analyses on a variety of environmental samples in order to determine the presence of trace level pesticides (Includes extraction and analysis using complex instrumentation) Analyze samples by Gas Chromatography/Mass Selective Detector (GC/MS), Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS), and High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Follow all applicable SOPs and troubleshoots analyses as needed Interpret, analyze and evaluate data to determine if quality control standards are met Document analysis reports; submit case data and reports for final review by section supervisor Adapt new methodologies for analyses in this laboratory Participate in method validation collaborative studies and check sample programs Assist in developing new methodologies for analysis of pesticide products and in preparing research manuscripts for publication in referred journals Maintain quality control / assurance records, research notes and other records as requested Maintain equipment and troubleshoots instrument / process problems as requested Train laboratory assistant with duties including but not limited to: cleaning glassware, balance calibration checks and equipment maintenance What We're Looking For: Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field 2 years of analytical laboratory experience Skills in Analytical Chemistry, Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry What We'd Like You to Know: Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position A background check and MVR check is required for employment in this position Please attach the names and email addresses of at least three (3) references. As the application review process moves forward, an e-Reference form may be sent to the references for completion FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime) Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period Professional 2 Pay Band S065 Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: Job Code #20003122 Link to Career Path Maker: Who We Are: Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture. Equal Opportunity Employer: Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university #J-18808-Ljbffr

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