Analytical Chemist

Position: Analytical Chemist ICP-OES

Duration: 12-month contract with extensions- long term

Location: Lemont, Illinois (on-site everyday)

PR: $24-28/hr

Shift: 8-5pm CST (flexible)

Must haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry
• 2-5 years of related work experience as an Analytical Chemist (no industry preference)
• Skilled in operating and maintaining ICP-OES instrumentation (Inductively Coupled Plasma)
• Strong team player and willing to adapt to changes / be flexible
• Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience building strong relationships

Plusses:

• Experience with data analysis software and laboratory information management systems (LIMS)

Insight Global is seeking a skilled and motivated Analytical Chemist with expertise in Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP-OES) to support a multidisciplinary science and engineering research center in Lemont, IL. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting advanced chemical analyses, developing and validating analytical methods, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.

Day to Day:

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of samples using ICP-OES.
• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for trace element analysis.
• Interpret and report analytical data with a high degree of accuracy.
• Maintain and troubleshoot ICP-OES instrumentation to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support research and development projects.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Document and maintain accurate records of all analytical procedures and results.
• Provide technical support and training to junior staff and colleagues.