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BUREAU VERITAS NORTH AMERICA
Method Development Chemist - Lake Zurich, IL
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A Research and Development Chemist studies chemical compounds and uses research to support the development of products, including manufactured products, or processes, including industrial processes.
$75,702 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
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Method Development Chemist - Lake Zurich, IL
- Analytical method development and validation of chemical compounds
- Provide guidance to routine analysts on troubleshooting and methodology questions
- Routine analysis in any analytical department
- Data review and interpretation with no assistance
- Writing and reviewing SOPs and STPs
- Data Entry
- Instrument/analytical problem solving and process improvement
- QA investigations with no assistance
- Working independently and giving insight on problem solving
- Set up new instrumentation and procedures for specialized or non-routine analysis
- Oversee operation of all equipment, supply level and repair of instrumentation
- Keeps abreast of current and new methods
- Statistical analyses on quality control samples to assure compliance
- Quality and quantity of work meets laboratory benchmarks
- Follows safety requirements including the appropriate use of safety glasses, gloves, and lab coats
- IDC sample requirements are met
- Company procedures and policies adhered to
- On-going participation in laboratory skills inventory
- Turnaround times achieved BA/BS in chemistry or related science field with 3-5 years of experience preferably in HPLC and Method Development.