Chemist Ii
4 weeks ago
This is an onsite position located in Champaign, IL. We do not offer nor provide relocation assistance.
**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Conduct and coordinate all testing for water samples, using standard analysis instruments such as Thermo IC and ICP-OES, auto titrator system.
- QC data and import into central database.
- Maintain lab equipment as required for safe and accurate use.
- Suggest and implement improvements to the company’s laboratory operations and instrument development.
- Train and mentor entry level chemists or cross train chemists who have primary duties other than measuring water properties.
- May perform routine stable isotope analysis of water, dissolved nitrates, dissolved sulfates, and also low-level tritium analysis.
- Maintain and calibrate equipment.
- Expected to work 40 hours per work, but overtime may be required.
- Work assignments carried out to the highest quality level.
**Skills and Qualifications**:
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
- Personal computer skills
- Knowledge of chemical processes and laboratory techniques
**Minimum Experience**:
- BS or MS Degree in Chemistry, Geochemistry, or related science field
- Proficient with operation and maintenance of Thermo IC and ICP-OES systems
**Benefits**:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Pay: From $1.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
**Education**:
- Bachelor's (required)
**Experience**:
- MS Office: 1 year (preferred)
- Laboratory: 1 year (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Champaign, IL 61821 (required)
Work Location: In person