Analytical Chemist

Job Description

Job Description

JRAD has an immediate opening for an Analytical Chemist in Washington DC. 

J ob Duties:

• Analyzes environmental and/or air samples for Chemical contamination   
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment (e.g., Gas and Liquid Chromatography, Mass Spectrometers, and performs basic maintenance and checks on common laboratory systems   
• Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) software for managing analytical data  
• Participates in laboratory proficiency testing activities and maintains QAQC records to include performance charts, control limits, and detection and reporting limits for analytical methods governing use of laboratory instrumentation   
• Maintains operator manuals and procedures, providing training to new staff in the operation and use of Lab equipment and LIMS  
• Meticulously adheres to laboratory procedures, data management practices and safety protocols in accordance with Laboratory Quality Assurance Plans and safety policies/regulations
• Supports formal audits of laboratory quality control systems and practices, the inspection of safety practices and the review of Job Hazard Analyses   
• Maintains inventory of lab supplies  

Required Skills and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar, from an accredited college or university 
• More than 3 year of experience with quantitative analysis of chemical compounds, and 2 years’ experience with screening environmental samples for toxic industrial compounds (TICs)  
• Must have demonstrated analytical laboratory skills as evidenced by participation in a Proficiency Test such as a Precision and Accuracy performance test or equivalent   
• Must have experience with quality management standards (e.g., ISO 17025 or similar), sample preparation methods, techniques, regulations, protocols, safety measures, and the operation and maintenance of chemical laboratory instrumentation   
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Project, Word, Access and Power Point  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Multiple experience level positions available for Journeyman to Senior level Chemists
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with a Bachelors Degree, or 6 years of experience with a Masters Degree

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance       

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire, and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed Medical & Dependent Day Care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.  

Please note this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by the supervisor.

The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.