Mass Spectrometry Analytical Chemist Job

The Analytical Chemist will be a vital member of a contract GLP Product Chemistry Lab located in Sumter, SC. The Analytical Chemist will support the contract business by:

• Develop, optimize, and validate robust analytical methods for the analysis of pesticide, herbicide and fungicide formulations and technical grade active ingredients (TGAI)


• Participate in preparing/reviewing SOPs and other documentation

Desired Skills and Experience

The following experience is desired for this position:

• A minimum of a B.S. in chemistry or related field with a minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience required.


• Must have a demonstrated working knowledge of the operation of and maintenance of common analytical laboratory instruments such as Gas Chormatography-MS and LC-MS, particularly small molecules.


• Proven experience with Agilent 6520 Q-TOF LC/MS with 1200 series HPLC a plus.


• Must have a practical working knowledge of the operation of and maintenance of common analytical laboratory instruments such as Gas Chromatography and HPLC and possess a willingness to learn additional techniques and instrumentation.


• Must be able to run unknown samples in these instruments and use the data produced to analyze, characterize, and validate the components and defend these findings to others.


• Demonstrated technical competency and the ability to learn new skills, technical subject matter, and the ability to apply broad technical knowledge to solve specific problems.


• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills.


• Strong verbal and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, optimize and validate LC-MS, Gas Chromatography-MS and other methods for the analysis of pesticides, herbicides and fungicides.


• Prepare written instructions (SOP's, methods etc.) to ensure samples will be analyzed in the most accurate manner possible.


• Operate in compliance with current Good Laboratory Practices requirements.


• Document and record observations and results according to written SOP's.


• Participate in Continuous Improvement Efforts by identifying work-practices to reduce costs and/or improve throughput and quality.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.