Chemist I

Job Description

Responsible for the analysis of laboratory tests to determine chemical characteristics of agricultural input or product.

Directly reports to the GLP & Residue Chemistry Manager

· Assist with method development projects on new/proprietary and known active ingredients.

· Able to perform sample processing on a wide range of soil types and crops. This would require the use of grinding and blending equipment, as well as their cleaning, maintenance and documentation.

· Weighing out samples for analysis, utilizing all appropriate facility logs and records throughout the sample preparation process.

· Able to perform analytical method extractions for a variety of different fungicides, herbicides and insecticides. This includes, but not limited to, simple solvent extractions, liquid-liquid partitions, solid phase extraction, QuEChERS-based extractions and derivatization.

· Assist the GLP Manager, as well as Senior and other GLP Chemists, in developing, validating and implementing wet chemistry and instrumental methods of analysis for GLP procedures.

· Possess the ability to effectively problem solve, especially with regards to analytical chemistry techniques.

· Calibrate laboratory instruments to specified technical requirements.

· Perform extractions using standard industry methods along with methods developed in house.

· Perform data analysis and evaluate calibration, quality control, and sample results.

· Record and report test results utilizing prescribed data reporting methodology.

· Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.

· Ensure laboratory area and equipment is cleaned and organized.

· Ensure quality and confidentiality of client and company information and take an active role in updating Quality System.

· Maintain quality protocols for testing area and implement preventative practices.

· Assist in other areas of the company as needed.

· Promote responsibility, good work habits, a positive work environment and improve customer service.

• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.

Supervises others: No

Has hiring and terminating responsibilities: No

Qualifications

· B.S. or higher in Chemistry preferred, but other disciplines (e.g., Biology or physical sciences) will be considered.

· Must be GLP trained or become trained immediately upon hiring.

· Analytical laboratory experience is required.

· Experience with instrumentation, such as HPLC-MS/MS and/or GC-MS/MS, is required.

· Experience with chromatography software and able to evaluate the quality of chromatographic integration, calibration, and results for complex, multi-analytic methods.

· Knowledgeable in data reporting, technical requirements and appropriate regulatory guidelines.

Language Skills: English

Mathematical Skills: Advanced/Highest level of knowledge required

Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level required

Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to gather and review resources and select and synthesize data for reports and other written materials.

Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to make sound suggestions or recommendations.

Excellent time management and organizational skills needed to balance multiple projects and changing priorities.

Ability to display a strong sense of urgency and good judgment.

No travel required.

This job operates in a professional laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones, but also laboratory equipment, including balances, shakers, extractors, hoods, chromatographs, mass spectrometers, etc.

Stand - Occasionally/Frequently

Move or traverse - Occasionally/Frequently

Sit - Occasionally/Frequently

Use hands - Frequently/Constantly

Reach with hands and arms - Frequently/Constantly

Climb or balance - None

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - None

Talk/hear - Frequently/Constantly

Taste/Smell - None

Lift/carry/push or pull - Occasionally

No special vision requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)

Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth perception (three-dimension vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationships)

Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Ability to see color

No special auditory requirements

Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Moderate noise (examples: laboratory with other scientists and equipment)

#INDSCT (Scientist)

Additional Information

SGS 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, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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