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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.
$66,287 / year median in Wisconsin
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Analytical Chemist Join a growing pharmaceutical laboratory and support the testing and analysis of products in a GMP-regulated environment. This role offers hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and the opportunity to contribute to quality control and analytical development activities. Responsibilities Perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products Operate instrumentation including HPLC, GC, and dissolution equipment Document and review test results according to GMP requirements Support method validation, transfer, and development activities Assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting Follow all laboratory, quality, and safety procedures Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field 2+ years of analytical laboratory experience Experience with HPLC, GC, and/or dissolution testing Strong attention to detail and documentation skills GMP experience preferred Why Join Us? Work with advanced analytical instrumentation Gain exposure to analytical development projects Collaborate with an experienced team of chemists Opportunity for long-term career growth within the pharmaceutical industry Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings