Analytical Chemist

Accredited Labs is an Independent, ISO/IEC 17025 certified, 3rd party Analytical Laboratory in Chandler, Arizona. We provide chemistry and microbiology testing solutions for the Food, Nutraceutical, Cannabis, Personal Care Cosmetic Industries. As a full-service, 3rd party contract laboratory, we provide services to multi-national brands through the entire supply chain.
JOB TITLE: Analytical Chemist
REPORTS TO: Laboratory Director
LOCATION: Chandler — Accredited Analytical Labs
TYPE: Full-time Exempt
RATE: From $65,000 per year
SCHEDULE: Full-time on-site; Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional additional hours as testing demands require
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Analytical Chemist performs chemical and microbiological testing at Accredited Analytical Labs, the ISO/IEC 17025-accredited, independent third-party laboratory in Chandler. The lab tests raw materials and finished goods. This role runs analyses on advanced instrumentation (HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS, and FTIR), reviews and reports results, develops and validates methods, and helps the lab grow its capabilities. The lab is a modern, best-in-class facility built around its people, with a fast-paced, team-oriented culture, bright and comfortable workspaces.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
Analytical & Microbiological Testing
- Prepare samples and conduct chemical and microbiological analyses of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods according to validated methods and standard operating procedures.
- Operate HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS, FTIR, and other laboratory instruments following SOPs.
- Perform microbiological analysis using Petrifilm and other approved methods.
- Supervise and perform environmental monitoring and water testing.
- Meet client and internal turnaround times by managing workload and shifting priorities quickly as needed.
Data Review, Documentation & Reporting
- Compile, document, review, interpret, and authorize testing results, following good documentation practices.
- Prepare accurate data packages and support preparation of Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
- Analyze and report data, including department KPIs such as turnaround time and testing backlog.
Method Development, Validation & Investigations
- Develop and validate testing methods, and verify compendial methods as needed.
- Perform out-of-specification (OOS) investigations and report findings, including root cause and corrective actions.
- Assist with writing and updating laboratory SOPs, and help design new SOPs as the lab adds equipment and capabilities.
Instrumentation & Laboratory Operations
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration checks, and troubleshooting of analytical instruments.
- Maintain lab inventory, including supplies, reagents, and reference standards.
- Take on assigned special projects, including implementing new equipment, methods, and testing services as the department grows.
Quality, Compliance & Safety
- Follow cGMP, ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, and laboratory quality procedures, and support internal, client, and accreditation audits.
- Understand and follow laboratory safety procedures, including the chemical hygiene plan, safe chemical handling, and PPE requirements.
- Keep the laboratory clean, organized, and audit-ready.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related science field required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (PREFERRED)
- More than five years of laboratory experience.
- Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements.
- Experience in a dietary supplement, food, pharmaceutical, or contract testing laboratory.
- Experience with LC-MS/MS method development and LIMS.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Laboratory experience, with three years or more preferred.
- Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as FTIR, UPLC, HPTLC, GC-MS, and ICP-MS.
- Familiarity with cGMP requirements.
- Excellent math, reading, and writing skills, and good technology and computer skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail, with strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- Organized and process-oriented, with good time-management skills and the ability to multi-task and change priorities quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Clear spoken and written communication, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Positive attitude, punctuality, and dependability.
- Understands and follows laboratory safety rules and procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Regularly involves standing, walking, and sitting at a lab bench or computer for extended periods.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for precise work with pipettes, glassware, samples, and instrument controls.
- Occasionally involves lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Primarily an analytical and microbiology laboratory environment, with some time at a desk or computer.
- Exposure to laboratory chemicals, solvents, compressed gases, and microbiological cultures, handled under established safety procedures.
- Required to wear protective gear, i.e. lab coats, safety glasses, and gloves, in the laboratory.