Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
QH
Quaker Houghton (US & CN)
Analytical Chemist
Career Insights for Analytical Chemist
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Michigan data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
An Analytical Chemist studies the chemical components of materials in a mixture or sample, to identify the components and quantify them. May work to develop new pharmaceutical products or provide quality control or toxicology testing for products.
$68,046 / year median in Michigan
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Analytical Chemist This position specializes in ICP-OES/ICP-MS, ion chromatography, wet chemical analysis, and corrosion testing of metal substrates and chemical formulations. The chemist will generate high-accuracy analytical data, evaluate corrosion performance, and collaborate with R D and manufacturing teams to ensure product reliability and compliance. Responsibilities
- ICP Analysis — Perform elemental analysis using ICP-OES/ICP-MS, including calibration, method optimization, and troubleshooting.
- Ion Chromatography — Conduct anion/cation analysis to support formulation control and impurity tracking.
- Wet Chemistry — Execute titrations, acid/base analysis, gravimetric tests, and classical chemical assays.
- Corrosion Testing — Conduct corrosion evaluations such as weight-loss testing, coupon exposure, electrochemical methods, and surface characterization.
- Sample Preparation — Prepare samples via digestion, dilution, filtration, and extraction following SOPs.
- Data Interpretation — Analyze results, identify trends or anomalies, and provide clear technical conclusions.
- Method Development — Develop and refine analytical and corrosion testing methods for new products and applications.
- Quality & Compliance — Maintain documentation, calibration logs, and adherence to ISO/GLP standards.
- Cross-Functional Support — Support R D, manufacturing, and customer technical teams with analytical insights.
- Instrument Maintenance — Perform routine maintenance and coordinate vendor service when needed.
- SEM/EDS — Operating, capturing images, understanding of findings, preventive maintenance Qualification
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
- 2-7 years of hands-on experience with:
- ICP
- Ion Chromatography (IC)
- Wet chemical analysis
- Corrosion testing such as
SST/ CCT
- SEM/EDS
- Strong understanding of sample preparation, instrument calibration, and analytical troubleshooting.
- Ability to interpret complex data sets and communicate findings clearly.
- Experience in chemical manufacturing, specialty chemicals, metal finishing, water treatment, or materials testing preferred. Preferred Skills/ Experiences
- Familiarity with surface treatment industry (electro plating, phosphate, paint, anodizing etc.)
- Knowledge of
LIMS, SOP
writing, and method validation.- Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.
- Experience with accredited lab such as