What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist 2 position at Meridian Technologies?
12-month W2 Contract
Job Description:
· Analyze approximately 800-900 samples while following quality control procedures provided.
· Responsible for keeping multiple instruments loaded, operating instruments, reviewing data, reporting data and performing maintenance on instruments, as well as logging sample information into the LIMS.
· This position is in the lab and requires being able to work on feet for 8 hours and lift 25 pounds periodically through the day.
· This position requires being respirator ready; candidate must be able to pass necessary physical screening and be clean shaven. Training and respirator will be provided.
Education Requirement
· Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or other science-related degree required
· At least 2 years of relevant work experience
Technical Skills Required
· This position requires prolonged standing and capping/uncapping bottles.
· Candidate must also be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
· Understanding of good laboratory practices, ICP (inductively coupled plasma), FTIR (infrared), viscosity, HPLC (high performance/pressure liquid chromatography) and IC (ion chromatography) is preferred.
· Must possess strong computer skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $21.00 - $44.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Laboratory experience: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
- No
Work Location: One location