Job Title: Chemist Job Description As a Chemist, you will provide accurate analytical services and results. You will perform routine extraction, chemical isolation, and sample clean-up using various techniques. You will also operate laboratory equipment and prepare reagents and analytical working standards according to current SOPs. Responsibilities + Perform routine extraction, chemical isolation, and sample clean-up using techniques such as blending, shaking, Soxhlet extraction, digestion, SPE, distillation/condensation, liquid-liquid partitioning, and chemical derivatization. + Extract samples and prepare reagents. + Operate laboratory equipment including blenders, nitrogen- and roto-evaporators, shakers, pH meters, and centrifuges. + Document and prepare reagents and analytical working standards independently according to current SOPs. Essential Skills + Strong experience in chemistry, analytical chemistry, and quality control. + Experience with bench chemistry and gas chromatography (GC-MS/MS). + Knowledge of mass spectrometry and gas chromatograph GS software. + Proficiency in sample preparation and extraction techniques. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science from a four-year college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. + Experience with general bench chemistry techniques. Work Environment You will work in a laboratory environment using general laboratory equipment. Benefits include medical/vision insurance (company covers 100% of employee premium and 90% of dependent and HSA - company covers 100% of premium and contributes to HSA every month), dental insurance, FSA, supplemental insurance, LegalShield/IDShield, 401(k), PTO, 13 paid holidays, and a partnership with Adidas and Columbia employee store. Additionally, there are monthly food events, summer BBQs, and Kids to Work Day. There is designated free parking downtown. Although not guaranteed, a bonus has been paid out every year for the last 10 years, valued at about a month's salary, prorated for employees joining part-way through the year. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $57200.00 - $57200.00 Medical/vision insurance (company covers 100% of EE premium and 90% of dependent and HSA- company covers 100% of premium and contributes to HSA every month), dental insurance, LTD, FSA, supplemental insurance, LegalShield/IDShield, 401(k), PTO, 13 paid holidays, and partnership with Adidas and Columbia employee store. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 28, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.