Chemist

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Job Title: Chemist

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of laboratory testing, using manual procedures as well as operating various laboratory equipment and automated analyzer systems.
• Reviews and complies with the Code of Business Conduct and both all applicable departmental/company policies & procedures.
• Performs routine laboratory protocols; pipetting, measuring, and pouring of samples.
• Approves environmental analysis results; After data review, submits clinical results to MLS or Lab Supervisor for approval.
• Documents daily, weekly, and monthly quality control and maintenance procedures as assigned.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications, and report said documentation to Lab Supervisor for proper record keeping.
• Performs specimen handling for inter-laboratory tests.
• Fully understands policies and procedures prior to performing proficiency testing
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biological Science required.
• Basic knowledge of medical laboratory testing and experience in clinical laboratory required (performing dilutions with high accuracy, pH, conductivity preferred).
• Experience in elemental analysis (ICP or Atomic Absorption, ICP-MS preferred).
• Experience with liquid chromatography (i.e., HPLC) techniques (Ion Chromatography preferred).
  
  

Shift

Tuesday – Friday: 4a, 6a, or 8a (start time)

• or- Wednesday – Saturday: 4a, 6a, or 8a (start time)
  
  

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Southaven,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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