Chemistry Technician 1

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Under the direct supervision from senior chemist, perform chemical purifications using chromatography including preparative HPLC or gravity chromatography; carry out chemical synthesis using standard protocols; carry out chemical analyses using modern instruments including analytical HPLC, LC-MS, TLC, UV/Vis and fluorescence spectrophotometry.

ESSENTIALDUTIES:

- Perform purifications of chemical compounds by preparative HPLC or gravity chromatography.

-Perform production of chemical compounds by following ISO protocols

- Perform analytical HPLC on compounds.

- Must possess sufficient chemistry knowledge and HPLC experience to develop HPLC conditions for both analytical and preparative purposes using chemical structure information provided.

- Perform LC-MS on chemical compounds and interpret the results.

- Perform UV/Vis and/or fluorescence spectrophotometry on dyes.

-Responsible for the maintenance and minor repair of the above instruments.

-Write protocols for laboratory procedures and accurately and clearly document results and observations in lab notebooks.

- Work as an active team member assisting the implementation of new processes within the chemistry group and the company.

- Maintain high level of professional expertise through familiarity with current scientific literature with respect to compounds, reactions, and processes.

- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

-Demonstrated competence in analytical and preparative HPLC.

- Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently required.

- Careful, precise and accurate laboratory techniques.

- Proficiency in the analysis and interpretation of technical and laboratory data.

- Ability to effectively organize tasks, data and documentation.

- Skilled in problem solving and diagnostic troubleshooting.

- Proficiency in the maintenance of accurate records involving production and analysis and the documentation of results.

- Verbal and written communication skills and ability to express scientific results clearly and concisely.

- Ability to complete multiple tasks quickly and efficiently.

- Ability to master new skills, methods and instrumentation quickly.

- Ability to work independently and as a team player, and to follow supervisory direction.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

N/A

JOBCONDITIONS:

Work is carried out in a typical chemistry laboratory setting. Work may require frequent sitting, standing, walking and lifting and/or carrying of chemicals or chemical containers. Work may also require sitting and working at a computer or standing at a laboratory bench for long periods of time.

EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTS:

B.S. or M.S. degree in Chemistry or the equivalent knowledge and experience is required.

COMPENSATIONAND BENEFITS:

Salary depending on experience/education. Standard company-paid benefits (health insurance, 401k matching, sick, vacation and holiday)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to wear masks onsite and keep social distancing. Contact surface in the shared areas both in the lunch breakroom and lab equipment rooms is sanitized and wiped down daily.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Company's website:

• www.biotium.om

Company's Facebook page:

• https://www.facebook.com/biotium

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No