Job Title : Quality Control Chemist
Location : Ankeny, IA
Pay range : $25 - $35
Duration : 6+ MONTHS
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated laboratory professional to join our dynamic analytical team. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting a high-throughput laboratory environment by receiving, preparing, and analyzing a diverse range of samples in accordance with established ISO work instructions. Working under close supervision and relying on pre-established guidelines, you will contribute to the accurate and efficient delivery of analytical results that directly impact customer satisfaction. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a science or engineering professional with one to three years of experience to develop their technical skills and grow within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team setting.
Responsibilities:
- Receive, identify, and prepare incoming samples, ensuring correct labeling and that appropriate analyses have been requested
- Prepare and analyze samples in accordance with ISO work instructions and established laboratory protocols
- Prioritize analyses based on customer needs and available laboratory capacity
- Organize and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously within a high-throughput laboratory environment
- Obtain, record, and ensure the integrity of analytical data
- Collaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams to deliver laboratory results in a timely and efficient manner
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation used for a variety of analytical techniques
Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced laboratory environment
- Effective communication and teamwork skills within multi-disciplinary groups
- Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Hands-on experience with one or more of the following analytical techniques is preferred: total combustion analysis, elemental analysis, calorimetry, Gas Chromatography (GC), NIR Spectroscopy, NMR, total oil analysis, colorimetry, falling number, farinograph, mixograph, and bench-top wet chemical analyses
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related scientific or engineering field
- A minimum of three years of related industry experience required; directly applicable experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking laboratory team where your contributions will have a direct and meaningful impact on customer outcomes. You will have the chance to work with a broad range of cutting-edge analytical techniques and instrumentation while building your expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about science and eager to grow your career in a dynamic, high-throughput setting, we encourage you to apply.
Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Pay: $25.80 - $32.07 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
