**Chemist 3** Permanent Role **Shift** : M-F, standard working hours **Pay** : $34/hr **Overview** : Kelly Science and Clinical is eager to be hiring for a Chemist 3 for our premier client in Portland, OR. This is a direct hire opportunity. The Chemist 3 performs an essential role by providing analytical services and results accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner to clients through analyzing samples using conventional and new technologies. The Chemist 3 is responsible for implementing improvements, stabilizing analytical processes, leading innovation, and mentoring and guiding other Chemists to achieve the company’s mission and objectives. **Responsibilities:** + Performs sample analysis per documented methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). + Using instruments such as MS, MSMS, HR-MSMS Orbitrap detectors. + Entering data into the LIMS for the tests performed and is responsible for the results. + Independently performing simple and complex (multi-screen test methods) analysis for routine and non-routine samples and complex matrix types. + Performs responsibilities and duties of junior chemist, including extractions, as needed, and directed by Group Lead. + Troubleshoots issues with analytical procedures and coordinates with Group Lead on resolutions. + Performs routine and preventative maintenance, verification, and calibration of analytical instrumentation. + Contacts vendors and keeps Group Leader informed when external repair is needed on instrumentation. + Develops and updates documents and SOPs, ensuring that current versions are up to date and are available to other Chemists. + Performs review on data packages submitted by other Chemists for quality, accuracy, consistency, and completeness and ensures proper procedures are followed for ISO 17025 compliance. + Leads FDA studies and other client specific analytical projects. + Leads R&D projects. Independently investigates, develops, and establishes improved or new extraction and analysis methodologies to meet laboratory and client needs. + Contributes to the continuous improvement of laboratory operations + Obtains and retains an up-to-date knowledge of analytical techniques, equipment, and technologies. Participates in internal and external training. + Acts as technical resource for sales and client inquiries. + Assists the Group Lead, as needed with departmental budget, new investment, personnel planning, and workload coordination, following the Group Leader’s direction. + Trains and mentors Chemists within department and is a resource to other Chemists as needed or directed. + Supports junior Chemist roles and directs tasks. Acts as back-up for Group Leader in their absence. **Requirements:** + Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Chemistry or related science + 5 years of directly applicable experience + Experience in working independently, and thorough understanding of instruments such as MS, MSMS, and HR-MSMS Orbitrap detectors. + Experience designing and developing extraction and analytical methods + Experienced user of MS Office, including Excel and Adobe Acrobat As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. 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A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.