Chemist I

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Founded in 1932, Xttrium Laboratories, Inc. is a Family Owned and Operated Company based out of the Chicagoland area. We are committed to human health and take great pride in being a leading manufacturer and supplier of antiseptic products across the country. Xttrium Laboratories began as a small group of doctors and nurses working to treat individual patient needs. Today, our portfolio has expanded to over 150 different FDA-approved infection prevention and healthcare products. With 85 years of experience, the Xttrium Team is driven to provide solutions to a wide variety of health and safety concerns.

Position Summary

The Chemist I within the QC Laboratory conducts routine sample analysis and preparation with and without the use of instrumentation following official USP methods and laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Builds their knowledge and skills in evaluation of the chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances for consumer product testing purposes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts routine analytical studies of samples and preparation with and without the use of instrumentation following official methods and laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols.
• Testing includes but is not limited to pH, KF water, density, manual titrations, Brookfield viscosity, dissolution, TLC, FTIR, UV, HPLC, and GC.
• Assists with process validations, stability studies, and other projects as assigned.
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and trouble-shoots laboratory instruments / equipment.
• Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.
• Maintains Laboratory Notebook.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science discipline
• 0-2 years of relevant experience (preferably in a GMP environment) in one or more of the following wet chemistry techniques; manual titrations, viscosity, TLC, KF, FTIR, HPLC, or GC

Required Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment

• Lab based role in a GMP QC laboratory

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Employment decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and potential; never on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Expected compensation for this role will be between $60,000.00 and $65,000.00 annually on a full-time basis plus applicable health and ancillary benefits offered by the company. Final compensation may vary depending on a number of factors including but not limited to, candidate experience, geographic location, and other affiliated factors.